Sous Chef Delta One Lounge JFK

Restaurant Associates; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; 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' Delta One Lounge at JFK is seeking a Sous Chef to join a prestigious culinary team. Operated 365 days a year from 4:30 AM to 11:00 PM, the role supports the Executive Chef and oversees daily operations in a high-profile VIP lounge serving Delta's premium travelers.

The ideal candidate will have open availability, a passion for hospitality, and a drive for excellence in a fast-paced luxury setting with opportunities for menu development and guest-focused service.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, luxury hospitality environments is highly desirable.
• Fine Dining and Michelin Star experience is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Proficiency in menu development and cost controls.
• Proficient with computer systems including MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and expenditures.
• Assist the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus.
• Lead and develop the culinary team.
• Roll out new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company's marketing and culinary team.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume kitchen

Menu development

Food safety knowledge

Open availability

Education

A.S. or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Sous Chef Delta One Lounge JFK

Salary: $75000 - $85000 / yearly 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!

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Job Summary

Join the culinary team at the prestigious Delta One Lounge at JFK Airport, an exclusive VIP destination delivering a world-class dining experience to Delta's premium travelers.

Operating 365 days a year from 4:30 AM to 11:00 PM, this high-profile lounge requires a culinary leader with open availability, a passion for hospitality, and a commitment to excellence.
As a Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the Executive Chef and overseeing daily culinary operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for an energetic, innovative culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment. You will help create memorable guest experiences through exceptional food quality, creative menu development, and strong team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
• Assists the Executive Chef with planning and creating menus
• Leads and develops the culinary team
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the Company's marketing and culinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Some progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon a formal degree or training
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Fine Dining - Michelin Star experience- highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences helpful
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified - highly desirable

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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.

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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

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.