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Sous Chef

Restaurant Associates
Jamaica, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
Restaurant Associates

Position Title: Sous Chef

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

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 !

Job Summary

Join the team of the Delta One Lounge at JFK, a breathtaking destination redefining modern travel hospitality. Featuring a full-service restaurant, an artisanal market with grab-and-go offerings, an iconic cocktail bar, and much more, this lounge delivers an exceptional dining experience worthy of Delta’s most discerning guests. As Sous Chef, you’ll help lead daily operations in a fast-paced, high-end environment that blends the energy of a restaurant with the precision of luxury service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily culinary execution across the restaurant, market, and bar programs, ensuring consistency, flavor, and presentation meet Delta One standards.
  • Supervise and train the culinary team, fostering a culture of hospitality, teamwork, and excellence.
  • Partner with the Executive Chef to develop and implement menus focused on simple, delicious, and globally inspired cuisine.
  • Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with HACCP and brand guidelines.
  • Support inventory management, ordering, and cost control to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with front-of-house leaders to deliver a seamless guest experience from kitchen to table.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3 or more years of experience in a culinary leadership role within an upscale restaurant, hotel, or high-volume food service environment
  • Experience supporting multiple service styles or concepts, including à la carte, production, or grab-and-go programs
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to lead and motivate diverse teams
  • Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen best practices
  • ServSafe Certification preferred

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.

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: 1495498

Restaurant Associates

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Salary : $75,000 - $80,000

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