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Compass Group, North America Executive Sous Chef- Datadog in NEW YORK, New York
Restaurant Associates
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
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Job Summary
As an Executive Sous Chef at Datadog , you will play a key role in supporting successful culinary operations with a strong emphasis on commissary and catering services . This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑quality corporate dining environment.
This position offers a Monday–Friday schedule , primarily daytime hours, with occasional evening catered events. Enjoy holidays and weekends off , comprehensive benefits, and meaningful career growth opportunities with a leading food service organization supporting a premier tech company.
Key Responsibilities
Support and execute daily culinary operations, including menu planning, food preparation, cooking, and service
Deliver exceptional guest and client experiences through high-quality food and presentation
Lead, train, and manage a culinary team to ensure consistency, efficiency, and engagement
Partner with culinary and marketing teams to roll out new culinary programs and concepts
Assist with cost controls , including inventory management, ordering, and waste reduction
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall operational success
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience , including supervisory or leadership responsibilities
Background in fine dining, restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, or higher education food service
Strong knowledge of food trends , production techniques, sanitation standards, food safety, cost controls, and presentation
Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development skills
ServSafe or Department of Health Certification preferred
Proficiency with MS Office , including Excel, and comfort using technology in daily operations
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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.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf
Req ID: 1522521
Restaurant Associates
Leah Curry
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