Job Description
Restaurant Associates
Position Title: Sous Chef - Chicago, IL
Salary: $70,000 - $76,000 / year
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
Role Responsibilities:
- Designs, Manages and owns the overall experience, not just the offerings
- Creates seasonally adjusted menus, recipes, order guides, and production sheets.
- Maintains a passion for quality food preparation and taste.
- Adheres to all menu and production/prep expectations and guides, including opening/closing checklist and responsibility guides.
- Prepares well-balanced meals to fuel customers throughout the day.
- Tracks and mitigates food waste responsibly to meet client goals.
- Sets an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and engaging.
- Trains and develops team members.
- Assists the Executive Chef in ensuring employee reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions are delivered professionally and timely.
- Works with the Executive Chef to ensure all products and ingredients are purchased following sector purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.
- Ensures all sector and Compass employee guidelines are implemented and adhered to.
- Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety.
- Treats everyone with professionalism, care, and respect.
- Communicates with the Client honestly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Degree in Culinary Arts preferred or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 2 years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume, quality food service establishment.
- Strong passion for great food and hospitality.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivates the team.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Possesses general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices.
- Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards.
- Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
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, ****** 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026\WageTransparency\RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 140+575
Restaurant Associates
Nakiiya Nashaya Jones
[[req_classification]]
Position Title: Sous Chef - Chicago, IL
Salary: $70,000 - $76,000 / year
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
Role Responsibilities:
- Designs, Manages and owns the overall experience, not just the offerings
- Creates seasonally adjusted menus, recipes, order guides, and production sheets.
- Maintains a passion for quality food preparation and taste.
- Adheres to all menu and production/prep expectations and guides, including opening/closing checklist and responsibility guides.
- Prepares well-balanced meals to fuel customers throughout the day.
- Tracks and mitigates food waste responsibly to meet client goals.
- Sets an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and engaging.
- Trains and develops team members.
- Assists the Executive Chef in ensuring employee reviews, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions are delivered professionally and timely.
- Works with the Executive Chef to ensure all products and ingredients are purchased following sector purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.
- Ensures all sector and Compass employee guidelines are implemented and adhered to.
- Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety.
- Treats everyone with professionalism, care, and respect.
- Communicates with the Client honestly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Degree in Culinary Arts preferred or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 2 years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume, quality food service establishment.
- Strong passion for great food and hospitality.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Maintains a positive attitude under pressure and motivates the team.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Possesses general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices.
- Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow all Health & Safety standards.
- Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
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, ****** 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026\WageTransparency\RA.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 140+575
Restaurant Associates
Nakiiya Nashaya Jones
[[req_classification]]
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sous Chef - Chicago, IL position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.
