Restaurant Executive Chef

AECOM; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dining and event catering seeks a dynamic Executive Chef for a new restaurant at Princeton University Art Museum. You will coordinate kitchen operations, create delightful menus, and maintain high culinary standards while ensuring staff training and compliance with health regulations.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends.
• ServSafe certified is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute menus that delight and inspire guests.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff in food preparation and safety.
• Follow health and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Food Safety

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Restaurant Executive Chef

Pay 15

Reports To:

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan

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 thrilled to announce the launch of a new 120-seat restaurant within the prestigious Princeton University Art Museum. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and build outstanding dining experiences for our guests.

As the Executive Chef, you will coordinate kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the restaurant's service in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an upbeat culinary professional.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Design and execute regular and modified menus that delight and inspire, adhering to established guidelines.

+ Follow standardized recipes, portioning, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Taste completed meals to ensure exceptional quality.

+ Train and mentor kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, equipment operation, food safety, and sanitation, based on company and regulatory standards.

+ Establish and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas. Ensure that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned.

+ Maintain inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while ensuring necessary products are available when needed.

+ Make all decisions regarding the utilization of leftover food products, staying within company guidelines.

+ Adhere to federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits.

+ Follow facility, department, and company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting.

+ Participate and attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ A.S. or equivalent experience. 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training.

+ Extensive restaurant experience is required.

+ Experience in high-volume, restaurant operations is highly desirable.

+ Proven hands-on chef experience is a must.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.

+ Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and the internet.

+ Willingness to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities.

+ ServSafe certified is highly desirable.

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.

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1424209

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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