Managing Chef (Catering) Position Available In Queens, New York

Managing Chef (Catering) Sifted – 4.0 Flushing, NY Job Details Full-time $90,000 – $115,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Unlimited paid time off Dental insurance Cell phone reimbursement Vision insurance Food provided Qualifications ServSafe Catering Cooking Microsoft Office 3 years Master’s degree Senior level Leadership Communication skills Full Job Description About Sifted Jess Legge and Kimberly Lexow were masters of the 9 to 5 – working at a high-growth tech start-up, with one question: “Could the work lunch be better?” It’s an expectation these days that work is hard and fast. But lunch doesn’t have to be that way. Imagining an office where employees want to stick around and share a table of inspired food, Legge and Lexow founded Sifted in 2015. Since then we’ve delivered millions of meals to Fortune 500s and high-growth startups across the US. When

COVID-19

hit, our clients needed a partner to help them manage their new normal. That’s when we created our virtual team building experiences. Now as companies fully embrace the future of a flexible workplace, Sifted has become a comprehensive employee experience partner offering both in-office catering services + an extensive portfolio of engaging virtual experiences for distributed teams. We use 7 core truths as the framework of our employee engagement programs and team culture : Good food is powerful Simple food is the best food We support regular people with big ideas We make mistakes and evolve We appreciate people’s differences We seek, listen and implement feedback quickly + enthusiastically We are our clients’ biggest fans Sifted kitchens are zero food waste with all food scraps being composted and all leftovers being donated everyday. Since launching our donation program, Sifted has donated over $3M in lunches to those who experience food insecurity in our 6 cities. We believe that as our company grows, so does our responsibility therefore we’re constantly looking for ways to improve sustainability and protect our natural resources. Want to learn more about Sifted? Click here to visit our website! About the role Sifted is expanding into NYC and we’re on the hunt for a Managing Chef to help launch our corporate catering operations this summer! We’re looking for an experienced, energetic, imaginative chef who shares our vision for the reinvented lunch and readily embraces diverse nutritional needs. Our Managing Chef has a passion for creating unforgettable food experiences, takes a detail-oriented approach to elevating dishes, and wants to learn valuable business skills to further their career. We provide daily lunch for some of the hottest startups. We need a chef who works well in a fast-paced environment, and is responsive to the needs of our clients. If you excel in the kitchen, love to experiment with fresh ingredients and can easily take feedback in stride, apply now and let’s get cooking! What you’ll be doing Design, prepare and coordinate unique weekly menus for all dietary needs and restrictions Participate in critical discussions regarding eater satisfaction and business growth Act as liaison between business team and culinary team regarding client details and feedback Hire kitchen staff with support from the City Manager Manage, coach, and train kitchen staff Spearhead execution of new product lines and culinary practices Own supply ordering and inventory; oversee COGS Monitor and manage portion control and food costs Execute strict quality control and assurance Ensure kitchen operations meet company and facility standards Comply with and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards Our ideal candidate Has a minimum of 3-5 years of Chef leadership experience for both small and large audiences (500+) Is experienced with batch cooking, catering and event servicing Is a natural leader in practice and attitude Has excellent communication skills Thinks quickly and critically under pressure Is willing to learn and adopt business needs and practices Enjoys exercising creativity in menu development Understands diverse cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment Is comfortable managing and communicating using technology Is experienced with Google apps (Gmail, Google Drive), Microsoft Office Perks + benefits

Compensation :

$90k-115k per year + yearly bonus opportunity; negotiable based on experience Company-sponsored health insurance plans, including 100% company-paid HDHP, as well as vision + dental opt-in 401(k) available after six months of employment Unlimited paid time off; 10 paid company holidays; paid winter break Monthly cell phone usage reimbursement Free lunch during meal service 100% mileage reimbursement Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization + learn with a fast-growing start-up

Eligibility :

This position must maintain ServSafe Food Manager certification Work environment : This position is based in a commercial kitchen Physical requirements : This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs The pay range for this role is: 90,000 – 115,000 USD per year(New York City Kitchen)