Managing Chef (Catering)

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