Sous Chef

Salary and Compensation Pay Grade: 11 Other Forms of Compensation: (details not specified) About Levy Levy is a disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, recognized as the market leader and 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 portfolio includes award‑winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos, cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as high‑profile events such as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and various national sports all‑star games. Job Summary The Sous Chef is a central leadership role within the culinary team, directing and coaching team members to deliver the highest quality food and guest experience at the location. The ideal candidate has experience as a culinarian with a passion for great food and guest service. Detailed Responsibilities Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best Identifying opportunities and driving improvement in location operations Monitoring quality and sanitation standards Delivering against financial goals and budgets Setting the standard for culinary excellence Overseeing equipment maintenance routines Communicating and monitoring par levels Supporting the creation of menu build diagrams and monitoring output to ensure standards are adhered to Ensuring all routine kitchen management procedures are adhered to, including opening and closing checklists, cleaning schedules, temperature checks, waste sheets and pest control 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 Performing daily line checks to verify quality and flavor standards Leading game day culinary operations Managing end‑of‑month inventory, in partnership with the purchasing team, to ensure accurate recording of stock Proactively monitoring and managing food waste to help drive food cost Delivering training and coaching to team members on both the menu and general culinary skills Management of employee breaks to ensure the well‑being of all team members Delivery of pre‑shift meetings to set the tone for events Conducting corrective action with team members to address any issues in relation to performance Completing onboarding and orientation for new members of the culinary team 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 standards Supporting other Levy locations, as needed Supporting the maintenance and update of recipes Management of culinary department budget Other duties, as assigned Skills And Experience 2+ years of experience in a culinary leadership position A culinary degree is preferred High level of computer literacy Understanding of financial concepts Passion for hospitality, food, and retail Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Benefits 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) Legal and EEO Statements Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. 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. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. 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. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Levy maintains a drug‑free workplace. Contact: Amber Rockwell #J-18808-Ljbffr Levy Restaurants