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Sous Chef

 

Position Title: Sous Chef 

Salary: $66,000 - $85,000

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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 seeking a Sous Chef to support culinary operations at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, a destination that blends seasonal cuisine, sustainability, and hospitality in a unique cultural setting. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who has grown through hourly and lead kitchen roles and is ready to step into formal leadership with the support of an experienced team.
The Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to bring menus to life, develop team members, and maintain high standards across daily service. We’re especially excited to meet candidates who are eager to learn, open to coaching, and motivated to grow their leadership skills.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures
  • Lead and motivate hourly culinary team members during service and production
  • Serve as a hands-on presence on the line, modeling consistency and teamwork
  • Assist with training, onboarding, and coaching team members as they grow
  • Help maintain food quality, presentation, and portion standards
  • Follow and reinforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices
  • Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu execution and seasonal offerings
  • Step into leadership coverage as needed to ensure smooth kitchen operations

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working in a professional kitchen environment
  • Background in lead, trainer, or senior hourly roles (such as Lead Cook, Line Lead, or similar)
  • Comfort guiding peers and supporting team workflow during service
  • Solid understanding of kitchen fundamentals, including prep, line execution, and food safety
  • Willingness to learn scheduling, ordering, and supervisory responsibilities
  • Coachable, adaptable, and open to feedback
  • Collaborative approach to working with diverse teams
  • Calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Pride in craftsmanship, consistency, and hospitality

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. 

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

 

 

Req ID:  1523806

Restaurant Associates 

Michael Abbey 

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