Sous Chef

Flik Hospitality Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group, NBC's flagship location at 30 Rockefeller Center, seeks a Sous Chef to support daily culinary operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will work closely with the culinary leadership team to grow your skills and advance toward leadership.

This role offers hands-on training, a dynamic kitchen, and opportunities to influence menu execution, food quality, sanitation, and cost controls while collaborating with a skilled team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of culinary experience in foodservice.
• ServSafe or Dept of Health certification preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily menu preparation and execution.
• Support menu planning and seasonal culinary initiatives.
• Coordinate kitchen production and daily prep for efficiency.
• Partner with leadership on new menus and guest experiences.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and food cost control.
• Maintain high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety.
• Provide guidance to culinary team members.
• Foster a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.
• Support catered events and other operations as needed.

Skills

Culinary experience

Mentoring

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What Makes FLIK Click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn't merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

As a Sous Chef, you will support the day-to-day culinary operations at NBC's flagship location at 30 Rockefeller Center. Working closely with the culinary leadership team, you'll help deliver exceptional food and hospitality experiences while building the skills needed to grow your culinary career.

Flik Hospitality Group

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and execution of daily menu offerings
• Contribute to menu planning and seasonal culinary initiatives
• Help coordinate kitchen production and daily prep activities to ensure efficient service
• Partner with culinary leadership to support new menus, programs, and guest experiences
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and food cost initiatives
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, sanitation, and safety
• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to culinary team members
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented kitchen culture
• Support catered events and other operational needs as required

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of culinary experience in a restaurant, hotel, catering, corporate dining, or similar foodservice environment
• Interest in growing into a culinary leadership role
• Passion for food, hospitality, and continuous learning
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience supporting, training, or mentoring team members is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification
• Exposure to inventory management, purchasing, or food cost controls
• Experience contributing to menu planning or recipe development
• Culinary degree or equivalent culinary training
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems

Associates At Flik Hospitality 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

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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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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.