Senior Sous Chef

Location - Ford Field - Home of the NFL's Detroit Lions. 

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About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

Step into the heat and lead the kitchen with creativity and precision! As a Senior Sous Chef, you will support culinary leadership by supervising production and mentoring kitchen staff. You will execute dishes that exceed expectations while ensuring all safety, sanitation, and quality standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best
• Supervise the culinary production operation under the direction of the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef
• Setting the standard for culinary excellence in the Catering Department
• Supporting the creation of menus and monitoring output to ensure standards are adhered to
• Ensuring all routine kitchen management procedures are adhered to
• Creation of menu specifications, as needed
• Setting standards for chef table setups
• Creation of prep sheets and line layout diagrams to ensure consistent and efficient food production
• Leading game day Catering operations
• Managing end-of-month inventory, in partnership with the purchasing team, to ensure the accurate recording of stock
• Proactively monitoring and managing food waste to help drive the cost of food
• Ensuring all elements of food ordering, delivery, prep, transportation, and service are conducted to a high standard in line with Levy’s sanitation and safety Core Signatures
• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed
• Management of culinary department budget

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Minimum 4+ years of culinary management experience
• Proficient in food safety and sanitation protocols
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food production systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory systems
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule - including days, evenings, weekends, holidays

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, 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. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Levy 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 for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1445908

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