Sous Chef R&D

NBCUniversal; California; Presencial; USD 70 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Resumo da oferta

NBCUniversal is seeking a Sous Chef R&D to collaborate with R&D Chefs, researching and implementing new culinary concepts across the resort and UDX. You will formulate and test products, source ingredients, and support full project life cycles through grand openings.

Responsibilities include menu development, design reviews, staff training, and ensuring HACCP compliance; on-site, full-time role with benefits.

Qualificações

• Associates degree or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years experience as Sous Chef R&D or restaurant chef.
• Certified Professional Food Manager Certification required.
• Culinary arts certificate/degree program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Strong culinary skills with focus on quality, flavor, and plating.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and design new culinary concepts with R&D Chefs per Universal specs.
• Review design drawings; ensure menu items are set up in Eatec and prepared per recipe.
• Train and develop staff for new food offerings and marquee events.
• Maintain HACCP standards and safety compliance.
• Support environmental, health & safety responsibilities.

Conhecimentos

Culinary experience

Menu development

Flavor profiling

Formação académica

Associates degree

Certified Professional Food Manager Certification

Culinary arts certificate/degree

Ferramentas

Eatec

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Compensation: USD 70304 - USD 75000 - yearly

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Sous Chef R&D works with R&D Chefs to research new food products and assists in implementation of design and themed food concepts or items throughout the resort and UDX. Formulates and tests new products, research suppliers and other food and beverage industries. Assists the project team on proper implementation of full life cycle projects to include staffing, training, and commissioning through the grand opening.

Responsibilities.

• In collaboration with R&D Chefs, plan and design new culinary concepts that meet Universal specifications while ensuring that all operational needs are met. Assists the R&D Exec Sous Chef with development of all menu food items, plate presentations, and recipes to include marquee events. Research new food product and market trends to develop menu concepts or items for future projects.
• Reviews and provides feedback on facility design drawings/packages and Operational Training Materials creation. Ensures that menu items are set up correctly in Eatec as well as prepared according to menu description and recipe. Attends and assists with operational input for final design reviews with F&B designers and engineers. Assists with projects and adherence to schedule while ensuring that the scope of work is prioritized and completed properly to deliver a strong finish.
• Partner with Talent Development to create and facilitate training of all new food and beverage offerings; to include marquee events, menu refreshes and new venue openings.
• Ensures quality and safety standards are followed. Ensures proper HACCP program in place.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety Responsibilities by following established UDX Policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent from a college or technical school preferred
• 2 + years prior experience working as an Sous Chef R&D or restaurant Chef, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Professional Food Manager Certification required.
• Completion of post-secondary culinary arts certificate or degree program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Exceptional culinary skills and a flair for food quality; flavor, recipe development, portion, plating, garnish, innovation, well versed on upscale casual trends/market.
• Knowledge of product development science of food
• Uses training of food science and culinary art to contribute to research and development.
• Applied knowledge of culinary, chemistry, engineering, and sensory evaluation to create recipes and product.
• Must have a strong understanding of flavors and textures and ability to work with many styles of cuisine.
• Ability to observe market trends and introduce new trends.
• Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively to meet menu goals and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within theme parks, entertainment venues, multi-unit restaurants, hotels, or resorts.

Additional Requirements

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,304-$75,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [emailprotected] .