Executive Sous Chef

ISS Facility Services - North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Leave program

Job summary

ISS Facility Services - North America in New York, NY seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead a culinary team in a high-volume environment, ensuring HACCP, safety and quality standards. You will manage purchasing, training, and scheduling while delivering cost-efficient menus for clients and guests.

This role requires a culinary background, strong communication, and a drive for excellence; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, with a valid driver's license and MVR check typical for company

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts degree preferred and HACCP knowledge.
• 7+ years of culinary experience in high-volume service.
• Food service training with HACCP processes.
• Understanding of restaurant merchandising and service presentation.
• Strong communication to customers, clients and employees.
• Basic computer skills: Google Docs, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; ServSafe certification possible.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing, preparation and execution of high-quality, cost-effective food service.
• Hire, train, and schedule staff; participate in corporate training and staff development.
• Maintain accurate financial records within operating budget.
• Maintain sanitary and safe operation per Federal, State and local health regs; follow HACCP.
• Represent the company; engage with customers and clients, solicit feedback.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Computer skills (Docs, Word, Excel, OS

Education

Culinary Arts degree, preferred

Tools

Google Docs

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Key Purpose

The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for leading a team and efficiently overseeing culinary operational functions within the guidelines established by the client organization, health department, state regulations, as well as ISS Guckenheimer’s standards and expectations. He/She/They is the brand representative of ISS Guckenheimer for the team and for the client.

Success Criteria

Monitor And Ensure

• Kitchen organization and cleanliness provides a safe environment for all employees and guest


• Workplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily


• Food Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily


• Menu guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily


• Products are labeled accurately according to the labeling SOP


• All HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily


• All internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily


• Maintain a consistent passing score on your internal audit each quarter


• Ensure immediate corrective actions are given, and documented when workplace safety and sanitation guidelines, policies, and procedures are not being followed

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Culinary Arts degree, preferred


• 7+ years of culinary experience in a similar volume food service or restaurant establishment


• Food service training with experience in food preparation techniques according to HACCP processes and recommendations


• Understands restaurant merchandising and marketing for service preparation and presentation


• Effectively communicate and present information to customers, clients and employees


• General computer skills including working knowledge of Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook


• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred


• Manager ServSafe Certified or ability to be certified immediately after hire


• This role requires a valid Driver's License and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, as operating a company vehicle is an essential responsibility in this position.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee the purchasing, preparation, and execution of high-quality, cost-effective food service


• Hire, train, and schedule staff. Participate in corporate training and be involved in staff development programs


• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely accounting and financial records within your operating budget


• Maintain sanitary and safe operation in accordance with Federal, State, and local health regulations. This includes following HACCP guidelines to prevent food borne illnesses


• Represent the company in a courteous, friendly manner. Engage with your customers, listen to feedback, and make changes to better meet the needs of both clients and customers

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds


• Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code


• Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods

HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

ISS offers full time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $85000.00 per year-$95000.00 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed above.

As a global organization ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and positively influence the market wherever we operate.