Join Restaurant Associates, where hospitality, culinary innovation, and culture come together at some of the most sought-after venues in the country. Our portfolio includes acclaimed restaurants, stylish lounges, executive dining programs, and world-renowned cultural attractions, each united by an unwavering commitment to exceptional food and guest experiences. This is a rare opportunity for a strategic culinary leader to influence dining programs on a broad scale, elevate culinary standards, and help shape the next generation of hospitality experiences across our dynamic and growing organization.
This highly visible senior leadership role reports to the SVP Culinary and co-creates and implements evolving, dynamic, and innovative Food Programs, providing high-level culinary expertise, creativity, and support to the R/A Culinary Strategy and teams.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the culinary quality, innovation, and experience of the operations teams of their assigned business locations. The Supervising Chef sets the standards for BOH operating systems and QA standards, safety, and culinary training. The Chef will inspire, motivate, train, develop, and lead team members to be their best in their career while delivering delicious, nutritious food and exceptional service.
We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record of accomplishments, demonstrated diverse team-building, leadership experience, meeting key performance indicators, and dedication to results, including but not limited to:
- 🔹Culinary Innovation, Operational Excellence, and Safety
- 🔹Revenue and Profitability Leadership
- 🔹Client Retention and Satisfaction
- 🔹People, Performance & Culture
The great things you will be doing.
The Supervising Chef, Restaurant Services owns the overall success of the RA’s positioning and growth. They are part of the culinary leadership team and a business partner with the operations leadership teams. Responsible for the operational excellence of numerous units; responsible for providing support and mentorship to its units’ teams, as well as working with various corporate teams on innovation, strategic plans, and building around R/A’s brand integrity.
With a demonstrated passion for quality food preparation and taste, you work collaboratively with cross-functional teams of professionals who curate our Culture of CARE, believe in crafting innovative solutions to problems, implement strategic actions and new food programs, and…