Sous Chef

Salary: 65k-67k

Pay Grade: 11


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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

Summary

As a Sous Chef I (Salaried Manager) , you are responsible for assisting in the overall success of the culinary operation by leading kitchen staff and supporting all food production activities. This management position oversees daily culinary functions, including menu execution, ordering, inventory management, staffing, scheduling, food preparation, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. The Sous Chef I partners with the Executive Chef and other leaders to drive operational excellence, ensure food quality and consistency, maintain cost controls, and create an engaging and productive work environment. This role is expected to lead by example, develop team members, and uphold Levy's standards for safety, hospitality, and culinary excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in managing the day-to-day culinary operation and provides leadership to back-of-house associates.
• Coordinates and participates in the preparation and cooking of various menu items while ensuring quality and consistency standards are met.
• Assists with menu planning, recipe execution, and implementation of new culinary programs.
• Supervises, trains, coaches, and develops hourly culinary team members to support operational goals and team performance.
• Supports recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives within the culinary team.
• Ensures compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations, including Health Department standards and company policies.
• Assists with inventory management, purchasing, product ordering, and cost control initiatives.
• Monitors food, labor, and operating costs and implements corrective actions to achieve financial objectives.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Collaborates with operations, marketing, and culinary leadership to support special events, promotions, and guest experiences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, sports and entertainment venues, corporate dining, healthcare, education, or other high-volume food service operations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate team members.
• Strong knowledge of food production, culinary trends, sanitation, safety practices, and food cost management.
• Experience managing labor, scheduling, and operational execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to create production plans and effectively manage workflow.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• ServSafe Certification and/or local Department of Health Certification preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

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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)

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.

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1562739

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