Executive Associate Jobs in Bothell, WA (NOW HIRING)

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• Location: SEATTLE, WA
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Pay Range: $100 -110K
• Bonus Eligible

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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 !

• Comprehensive leadership and food program management
• Foster a hospitality minded community that makes users feel welcome and included
• Participation and support in all Compass/RA initiatives and programs including menu planning, recipe usage and - development 
• Driving diverse and inclusive associate engagement
• Talent development and training                
• Workplace and food safety including allergen management
• Food quality and guest experience
• Financial management to deliver budgetary expectations in food, labor and other expenses 

• Act as a role model within the RA/Compass community
• Personally commit to deliver high-quality work in a timely manner to meet all deadlines
• Inspire and mentor culinary teams to deliver well run operations that consistently serve delicious food in hospitable environment and in timely manner
• Be a catalyst, with the ability to effect positive change using strategies and processes improvement for necessary change management opportunities
• Hold individuals and cafe teams accountable to deliver accurate and high-quality work in a timely manner
• Work closely and collaborate with the Food Program Managers (FPM) on special requests
• Uses the right influencing techniques to gain the necessary team commitment and support, both internally and externally
• Promptly communicate with all stakeholders honestly and accurately

• Encourage, support and lead culinary associate development processes within neighborhood(s) including setting personalized L&D targets, conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and performance improvement plans
• Drive and coordinate associate participations in job related L&D training including SEED, Internal Stage, Culinary MIT and Apprenticeship
• Cultivate an inclusive culture and grow a diverse team that inspires, empowers and engages everyone
• Recognize and reward individuals and/or teams based on merits
• Guide the delivery of a strong onboarding process, synchronized with the BA and Food at Google brand immersion
• Support human resources in the interview process

• Direct teams to meet and exceed all RA Core Performance Expectations (CPEs) and deliver expected value of the food program
• Drive compliance to all RA and Compass programs, procedures, systems, principles and philosophies
• Ensure timely creation of balanced cycle menus that are in harmony across multiple cafes and those meet the cultural and dietary needs and expectations set forth by the client
• Take ownership of cafe(s) measured pre & post food production and processes
• Ensure cafes use and follow recipes to deliver high quality and delicious meals
• Monitor cafe teams perform daily TASTE procedures protocols as outlined
• All food served is appropriately described and calls out allergies and sensitivities
• Lead teams to demonstrate efficiency and accuracy in Mobius and Webrition
• Insures ‘Daily Tens’ meeting is presented effectively and engaging

• Work effectively and interdependently, understand the need to communicate and collaborate
• Coordinate work efforts with other teams, employees and departments
• Works closely with the REC team to support the development and implementation of new concepts, programs, recipe development efforts, and standard operating procedures.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the food program by providing culinary expertise including new food trends and bringing creative ideas that benefit the program
• Provide catering, cafe new builds/renovation teams support as needed
• Collaborate with equipment repair & maintenance

• Ensure teams work within budget while maintaining program standards
• Manages and monitors labor -, food - and operation costs within set budget/forecast targets
• Maximize use of all Compass and RA tools and systems to reach optimal performance
• Lead cafe teams to placing proper orders, sourcing the best local and seasonal foods by following established purchasing guidelines
• Create work efficiencies including leveraging GPAK integration to maximize cost saving
• Lead neighborhood(s) quarterly equipment replacements needs (CAPEX)

• Ensure workplace safety standards are consistently met, and all related procedures and steps are followed.  Closely collaborate with workplace safety manager on program enhancements
• Ensure food safety standards are consistently met and all related procedures and steps are followed including error free allergen management. Closely collaborate with food safety manager on program enhancements
• Partner with food and workplace safety managers to train inspect and maintain a safe program
• Report injury, accident and/or food borne illness Incidents accurately and in a timely manner reported following established crisis escalation process

• Degree from an accredited culinary institution preferred; bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 6 years culinary supervisory experience in a similar high volume, quality food service establishment
• Highly developed culinary skills with comfort in traditional, modern and multiethnic cuisines
• Ability to create new, innovating and exciting dishes within guidelines of the food program
• Proven track record in leadership: coaching and teaching skills with individuals, and teams
• Ability to proactively solve problems and work independently and/or in teams, effectively and efficiently with limited supervision
• Proven ability to manage budgets, utilize reporting platforms, and meet financial goals
• Ability to effectively communicate, motivate, and interact with all levels within the organization.
• Proficient in computer and technical skills, working knowledge of Google Drive programs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Stand, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
• Walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Specific vision abilities required
• Ability to read, regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and may occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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. 

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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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID:  1545190

Restaurant Associates 

Mehdi Mohammed 

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