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Chef Manager

Company:
Restaurant Associates
Location:
Manhattan, NY, 10001
Posted:
November 11, 2025
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Job Description

Position Title: Chef Manager

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits

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

Working as the Chef Manager for a premier corporate client, you will be responsible for the overall operations of employee dining amenities including pantry programs and catering. You will manage a team of <5 hourly associates, conduct inventory and ordering and ensure a hospitality centered guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Ensure safe and sanitary operations per program standards

Maintains food and labor cost while ensuring quality standards

Manages purchasing and inventory controls

Model R/A's culture of CARE and ensure hospitality- centric experiences for all internal and external guests

Use culinary expertise and experience to execute catering functions

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years minimum of culinary management experience

Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask

Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivate team

Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food

Purchasing, food storage and sanitation experience

Knowledge of budgets, labor costs, inventory controls

Strong leadership, coaching and training skills

Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based purchasing programs

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional business etiquette and client relations

Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

ServSafe or Department of Health certification a plus

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

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.

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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1476638

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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Full-time

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