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Compass Group, North America Sous Chef in Brooklyn, New York
Restaurant Associates
Position Title: Sous Chef
Salary: $66,000 - $85,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
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Job Summary
Restaurant Associates is seeking a Sous Chef to support culinary operations at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, a destination that blends seasonal cuisine, sustainability, and hospitality in a unique cultural setting. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who has grown through hourly and lead kitchen roles and is ready to step into formal leadership with the support of an experienced team.
The Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to bring menus to life, develop team members, and maintain high standards across daily service. We’re especially excited to meet candidates who are eager to learn, open to coaching, and motivated to grow their leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures
Lead and motivate hourly culinary team members during service and production
Serve as a hands-on presence on the line, modeling consistency and teamwork
Assist with training, onboarding, and coaching team members as they grow
Help maintain food quality, presentation, and portion standards
Follow and reinforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices
Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu execution and seasonal offerings
Step into leadership coverage as needed to ensure smooth kitchen operations
What We’re Looking For
Experience working in a professional kitchen environment
Background in lead, trainer, or senior hourly roles (such as Lead Cook, Line Lead, or similar)
Comfort guiding peers and supporting team workflow during service
Solid understanding of kitchen fundamentals, including prep, line execution, and food safety
Willingness to learn scheduling, ordering, and supervisory responsibilities
Coachable, adaptable, and open to feedback
Collaborative approach to working with diverse teams
Calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
Pride in craftsmanship, consistency, and hospitality
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
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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.
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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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1523806
Restaurant Associates
Michael Abbey
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