Culinary Job at Restaurant Associates
Restaurant Associates New York, NY 10022
Salary: $140,000 - $150,000
Become part of Restaurant Associates, a name that has been synonymous with exciting restaurant concepts and high quality foodservice for over half a century. RA is a New York City leader in the foodservice industry for some of the nation's premier museums, performing arts centers and corporate accounts. Restaurant Associates’ commitment to upscale dining has led the way to develop successful culinary programs. If you share our belief in the value of delivering Superior Quality Food and Delivery Hospitality Excellence, we invite you to learn more about Restaurant Associates’ dynamic select team of professionals. Come share your talents with one of the nations’ fastest-growing, multi-million dollar organizations.
Job Summary
The Global Culinary Director position entails being a part of the global team for a major Compass client, overseeing the food strategy, pantry program, and compliance with local regulations. As the Department Head, the role involves providing leadership and setting culinary excellence standards, collaborating with division leadership, and mentoring senior chefs. The Director will also stay updated on market trends, plan menus, ensure food safety, lead kitchen projects, and contribute to sustainability initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Form part of the global team for a major Compass client, ensuring effective collaboration.
- Work closely with client representatives and global regional leadership to meet client expectations.
- Oversee and plan the food strategy, ensuring alignment with client preferences and dietary requirements.
- Manage the pantry program to provide a variety of quality food options.
- Ensure compliance with all local regulatory requirements to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with the client and team, ensuring all parties are informed and aligned.
- Conduct tastings to assess the quality and flavor of dishes and stay current with culinary innovations.
- Define and implement global standards for all locations to ensure consistency and quality.
- Approve local variations that meet specific regional or cultural preferences.
- Provide strong leadership as the Department Head, setting high standards of culinary excellence.
- Collaborate with division leadership to plan and implement new food concepts or programs.
- Develop and mentor senior chefs across various Company divisions and regions, fostering their growth and expertise.
- Create training opportunities for chefs and managers, utilizing external resources and promoting internal best practices.
- Stay updated on market trends and customer demands, ensuring the menus are relevant and appealing.
- Participate in trade shows and continuing education opportunities to stay informed about industry developments.
- Plan menus for daily offerings, seasonal specials, and catering services, considering diverse locations and applications.
- Conduct food tastings to evaluate flavors, textures, and overall presentation.
- Establish food specifications, ensuring consistency in quality and ingredients.
- Work closely with food manufacturers and vendors to select the best products that meet quality and cost requirements.
- Ensure strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations regarding food products and handling procedures.
Kitchen Projects and Sustainability:
- Contribute expertise in kitchen and servery design or remodeling projects, optimizing functionality and efficiency.
- Lead culinary teams in planning, training, and successfully opening new or remodeled accounts.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as Purchasing, Marketing, and Business Development, on special projects and initiatives.
- Direct sustainability initiatives throughout Company locations, implementing practices to minimize environmental impact.
- Oversee Nutrition staff and programs, ensuring the provision of healthy and balanced meal options.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hold a degree in Culinary Arts or possess equivalent professional experience, demonstrating a strong culinary foundation.
- Have a minimum of five years of progressive culinary experience in high-volume, complex service, and catering operations.
- Possess a minimum of two years of menu development experience, showcasing creativity and adaptability.
- Display comprehensive knowledge of budgets, food and labor costs, and inventory controls, ensuring financial efficiency.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of international cuisines and catering trends, providing diverse and innovative offerings.
- Have a strong grasp of food equipment and safety standards, prioritizing hygiene and safety protocols.
- Exhibit strong organizational, leadership, coaching, and training skills, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating effective collaboration and conveying information clearly.
- Adapt to rapidly changing priorities and work demands, maintaining composure and delivering results.
- Show self-starting qualities, innovation, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced culinary environment.
- Be capable of extensive travel, accommodating the need for global engagement and overseeing diverse locations.
- Demonstrate the ability
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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. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)
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)
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1187706
Restaurant Associates
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