Executive Sous Chef

Position Title: Executive Sous Chef 

Salary: $85,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

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 

The Delta One Lounge at JFK redefines luxury travel dining, a culinary destination featuring a full-service restaurant, curated market with grab-and-go selections, a iconic cocktail bar and much more. As Executive Sous Chef, you'll serve as one of the Executive Chef's key partners, helping lead a large, talented team in delivering refined, globally inspired cuisine to Delta's most elite travelers. This role blends hands-on leadership, menu collaboration, and daily operational excellence in a dynamic, high-end environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Executive Chef to oversee all culinary operations across the restaurant, market, and bar programs.

• Lead and mentor sous chefs and culinary associates, ensuring flawless execution and consistency in every dish.

• Support menu development, innovation, and seasonal updates reflecting Restaurant Associates' and Delta One's elevated culinary standards.

• Maintain impeccable food quality, presentation, and portion control in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.

• Enforce all safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures across multiple kitchens and service outlets.

• Manage labor, food costs, purchasing, and inventory to align with operational goals and budgets.

• Foster collaboration with front-of-house and beverage teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or certification in Culinary Arts preferred.

• 5–7 years of progressive culinary leadership in fine dining, luxury hotel, or premium airline lounge environments.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with experience managing large culinary teams across multiple concepts.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-profile environment where precision and presentation matter.

• ServSafe Certification required.

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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. 

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID:

Restaurant Associates 

Michael Abbey 

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