Restaurant Associates Position Title: Executive Chef II, Senate Dining Room and Capitol Pay 13 Reports To: Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Schedule: Monday to Friday 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 in 2021, This is R/A ! Job Summary As the Executive Chef II for the Senate Dining Room and Capitol with Restaurant Associates, you will take the helm of a prestigious culinary operation within a historic and high-profile setting. Your responsibilities will include leading kitchen operations, managing a dedicated culinary team, and ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment. You will oversee the preparation and presentation of meals, adhering to corporate standards and guidelines while maintaining the highest quality. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and creativity, serving distinguished guests and contributing to the dining experience in one of the nation's most iconic institutions. Ideal for a passionate, entrepreneurial culinary professional, this position combines the challenge of high-volume service with the prestige of serving within the Capitol. Key Responsibilities: + Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines + Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality + Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards + Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned + Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed + Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products + Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits + Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting + Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate Preferred Qualifications: + A.S. or equivalent experience + Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training + Extensive catering experience a plus + High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable + Institutional and batch cooking experiences + Hands-on chef experience a must + Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation + Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet + ServSafe certified - highly desirable Apply to Restaurant Associates today! Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) 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) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1348938 Restaurant Associates SABRINA VERA [[req_classification]]