Sous Chef

Restaurant Associates; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

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

Restaurant Associates in Seattle, WA seeks a dynamic Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations and mentor a high-performing kitchen team. You will oversee food quality, drive the culinary process, manage budget-related tasks, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to build strong stakeholder relations.

This role emphasizes food safety, sustainable sourcing, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a demanding high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary leadership experience within a similar volume, high-quality food service establishment.
• Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Proficient in computer and technical skills, including a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Passion for the intersection of exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food & Workplace Safety: Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure guest well-being and safety.
• Culinary Vision: Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Operational Flow: Adhere to menu, production and preparation guidelines; follow opening/closing checklists and responsibility guides for seamless operations.
• Nourishing Meals: Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that fuel and delight users.
• Exceptional Hospitality: Maintain consistently engaging hospitality across service interactions.
• Team Talent: Train, coach, and develop kitchen staff, fostering learning and growth.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Assist in procuring ingredients aligned with sustainability standards.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Safety Leadership

Communication

Operational Excellence

Education

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Sous Chef

Location: Seattle, WA

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 5:30AM - 4:00PM Pacific

Salary: $81,000 - $84,000 / year

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

We are seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join our exceptional Restaurant Associates team in a pivotal culinary leadership role. The Sous Chef is responsible for shaping the daily culinary experience within the café, overseeing all facets of food quality, driving the culinary process, and ensuring the efficiency of service. This position requires an understanding of diverse culinary techniques, an unyielding passion for crafting exceptional dishes, and a strong ability to mentor and inspire a high-performing kitchen team. On a daily basis, you will manage a wide range of administrative and operational tasks, including the monitoring of the overall budget. Beyond these responsibilities, the Sous Chef collaborates closely with the Chef de Cuisine to cultivate robust relationships with key stakeholders, collectively driving operational excellence and enhancing the overall user experience. Restaurant Associates is deeply committed to a culture of workplace and food safety, which you will champion every day. As the Sous Chef, you will set the standard for responsible practices, ensuring the well-being of our guests, our valued team members, and yourself. The Food program’s vision is to inspire and enable the world to make food choices and use food experiences to develop more sustainable lifestyles and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Food & Workplace Safety: Rigorously manage workplace and food safety standards, including meticulous allergen management, to ensure the highest levels of guest well-being and operational safety.
• Culinary Vision: Contribute to the overall dining experience by executing and refining the culinary offerings with precision and creativity.
• Operational Flow: Strictly adhere to all menu, production, and preparation guidelines; diligently follow opening/closing checklists and uphold responsibility guides to maintain seamless operations.
• Nourishing Meals: Prepare and present thoughtfully balanced meals that effectively fuel and delight our users throughout their day.
• Exceptional Hospitality: Set and maintain a consistent expectation of genuinely engaging hospitality across all service interactions.
• Team Talent: Actively train, coach, and develop kitchen team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Sustainable Sourcing: Assist the Chef de Cuisine in ensuring all ingredients and products are procured in alignment with sector and Food purchasing standards, emphasizing our commitment to sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary Experience: A minimum of 2 years of kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary leadership experience within a similar volume, high-quality food service establishment.
• Safety Leadership: Demonstrated ability to champion and enhance a culture focused on Food and Workplace Safety.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding a team.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in computer and technical skills, including a working knowledge of Google Suite tools.
• Operational Alignment: Passion for the intersection of exceptional food, sustainability, and hospitality.
• Certifications: ServSafe Certification is preferred.

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/

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. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

Restaurant Associates

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