Sous Chef

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Sous Chef  

Salary: $72,000 -$80,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!  Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards -  Best Places to Work,  This is R/A !

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Sous Chef to support the daily culinary operations at The One Club , a dynamic and hospitality‑driven workplace dining environment. In this role, you’ll partner closely with the Executive Chef to deliver high‑quality food experiences, support a collaborative kitchen culture, and help bring new culinary ideas to life. This is a great opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys leading by example, contributing creatively, and growing within a best‑in‑class foodservice organization.

What You’ll Do

As a Sous Chef, you’ll play an integral role in both hands‑on culinary execution and kitchen leadership, including:

• Supporting the Executive Chef with daily culinary operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• Assisting with menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal offerings
• Helping manage food and labor costs while maintaining quality and consistency
• Executing catered events and special functions with attention to detail and guest experience
• Supervising and mentoring hourly culinary team members, fostering a respectful and inclusive kitchen environment
• Supporting ordering, inventory management, and proper storage procedures
• Partnering with marketing and culinary teams to roll out new programs and concepts
• Upholding food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Participating in client satisfaction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings both culinary skill and a collaborative mindset. You may be a great fit if you have:

• An associate degree in culinary arts or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Progressive experience in a professional kitchen or foodservice environment
• Exposure to catering and event execution
• Experience working in high‑volume or complex foodservice operations
• Familiarity with institutional or batch cooking environments
• A working knowledge of current food and catering trends, with an emphasis on quality, presentation, and cost awareness
• Comfort using technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and email
• A commitment to food safety, sanitation, and team accountability
• ServSafe certification (preferred, but not required)

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1526196

Restaurant Associates 

Michael Abbey 

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