LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY

One World Observatory, positioned atop One World Trade Center, offers 360-degree views of the New York skyline from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors are invited start their journey to the top in the SkyPod™ Elevators that depict the rise of NYC in just 47 seconds, experience the sights and sounds of the city in the See Forever™ Theater or discover something new from the Observatory's team of tour guides at City Pulse. The space also features ONE Dine, a view restaurant and bar, offering elevated American cuisine and a selection of beers, wines, and specialty cocktails. The private event space, ASPIRE at One World Observatory, offers 9,000 square feet of private event space with unparalleled views for up to 450 guests. 

THE ROLE

The Junior Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Sous Chef(s) in the day-to-day culinary operation. This frontline leadership role supports food preparation, quality standards, team supervision, and culinary execution while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and a consistent, high-quality guest experience. This position serves as a developmental leadership role for culinary professionals seeking advancement in a high-volume hospitality environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily culinary operations across all assigned outlets, cafés, lounges, catering functions, and special events.
• Ensure food is prepared, presented, and served according to established recipes, specifications, portion controls, and quality standards.
• Conduct line checks before, during, and after service to ensure stations are stocked, organized, service-ready, and operating in accordance with established standards.
• Assist with production planning, food preparation, and daily prep execution to ensure operational readiness and efficient service execution.
• Monitor food quality, workflow efficiency, labor utilization, and team productivity throughout assigned shifts.
• Support the onboarding and integration of culinary team members while reinforcing operational and culinary standards.
• Communicate shortages, low inventory items, equipment concerns, and other operational issues to culinary leadership in a timely manner.
• Ensure the proper handling, labeling, dating, rotation, receiving, and storage of food products in accordance with food safety standards and FIFO practices.
• Maintain compliance with all company, local, state, and federal food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements while ensuring kitchen equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working order.
• Assist with inventory counts, inventory control procedures, and product management as assigned.
• Support banquet and special event execution while maintaining awareness of reservations, VIP guests, dietary restrictions, and operational priorities.
• Assist with menu rollouts, recipe implementation, and seasonal menu changes.
• Respond to operational challenges and guest concerns with professionalism and urgency.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings and trainings while fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Act as Manager-on-Duty for assigned kitchen areas in the absence of senior culinary leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day oversight of assigned culinary team members, including directing work assignments and monitoring productivity during service periods.
• Assist with the training, coaching, and development of culinary staff while promoting compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Escalate performance, attendance, safety, or conduct concerns to culinary leadership as appropriate.
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and guest service.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     

• Associate degree or formal culinary education preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of progressive culinary experience in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Previous leadership, lead cook, or kitchen supervisory experience, preferably in banquet, catering, or large-scale event operations.
• New York City Food Handler Certificate required or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe.
• Additional culinary certifications are a plus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong culinary knowledge, food preparation skills, and understanding of fundamental cooking techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership, team-building, coaching, and employee development abilities in a fast-paced culinary environment.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands while maintaining quality, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to food quality, presentation, sanitation, guest satisfaction, and adherence to food safety, HACCP, inventory control, food cost management, and waste reduction practices.
• Ability to maintain composure, make sound decisions, identify operational issues, and communicate solutions proactively during high-volume service periods.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing business demands, priorities, and operational needs while fostering a positive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull; perform repetitive motions associated with kitchen operations; work safely in hot, cold, wet, and humid environments; and lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary of $70,000 - $72,000 with a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On-site (One World Observatory, New York City)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.