Senior Sous Chef

Position Title: Senior Sous Chef

Pay 13

Reports To:

Salary: $78,000 - $90,000

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industrys 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 !

Elevate your culinary career with Restaurant Associates at Harvard Treehouse , a premier high-end conference and catering facility. We're seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading daily culinary operations, executing elevated catering events, and creating unforgettable dining experiences for distinguished guests.

As Senior Sous Chef, youll be at the heart of a sophisticated, high-touch food program. This hands-on role combines culinary creativity with operational excellence in a fast-paced, service-focused environment that operates Monday through Saturday. Your schedule will vary based on business needs, including days, evenings, and weekends.

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing all culinary operations and staff
• Assist in menu planning, food preparation, and event execution
• Lead culinary production for upscale catering events and daily conference dining
• Maintain the highest standards for quality, safety, and sanitation
• Help manage food and labor costs, ordering, and inventory systems
• Champion the rollout of new culinary programs in collaboration with marketing and innovation teams

• Degree in Culinary Arts or relevant certification preferred
• Minimum 24 years of progressive kitchen leadership experience
• Proven experience in catering and high-volume, upscale foodservice
• Strong understanding of food trends, cost control, and kitchen operations
• Skilled in batch cooking and institutional service environments a plus
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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.

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1451488

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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