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Sous Chef

 

Position Title: Sous Chef 

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

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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

We’re looking for a flexible and creative Sous Chef to help shape the daily culinary experience across Incyte’s multi‑café program. This role offers a unique blend of café production, menu creativity, and hands‑on catering work, paired with a balanced, people‑first schedule. You’ll work Monday through Friday, support occasional early evening events, and enjoy an extra week off during the December holiday period, giving you more time for rest, reflection, and family.
 
If you thrive in a collaborative kitchen, enjoy bringing new ideas to life, and want a role that supports both creativity and work‑life balance, this is a great opportunity.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Executive Chef with daily kitchen operations across three cafés serving 300 plus guests per day.
  • Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes with consistency and creativity.
  • Contribute to menu development, ensuring offerings are fresh, seasonal, and aligned with guest preferences.
  • Help plan and execute catering events, from prep through presentation.
  • Maintain strong food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Assist with ordering, inventory, and cost‑conscious production practices.
  • Foster a welcoming, collaborative kitchen culture that supports learning and teamwork.
  • Help roll out new culinary programs developed with the broader culinary team.

What We’re Looking For

  • A flexible, creative culinary professional who enjoys variety in their day.
  • Experience in a high‑volume culinary environment or multi‑station production.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to stay organized, calm, and positive in fast‑paced moments.
  • Interest in café service, batch cooking, and catering.
  • Comfort using basic kitchen technology and Microsoft tools.
  • Culinary degree or certificate.
  • Experience supporting kitchen leadership or supervising hourly teams.
  • Catering experience.
  • ServSafe certification.

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:  1511323

Restaurant Associates 

Michael Abbey 

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Nearest Major Market: Wilmington
Nearest Secondary Market: Philadelphia
Job Segment: Sous Chef, Kitchen, Chef, Culinary, Food Service, Hospitality

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