REGIONAL EXECUTIVE CHEF - Special Events Division, Motorsports

Levy Sector

Position : REGIONAL EXECUTIVE CHEF, MOTORSPORTS - Special Events Division 60% TRAVEL REQUIRED

Salary : 115,000 - 125,000

Other Forms of Compensation : 20% Bonus

Pay Grade : 17

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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, Levys 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

With over 40,000 employees across 200 locations delivering $2billions in revenue per year, Levy are responsible for millions of memorable guest experiences across some of the most iconic locations in the country.

The Regional Executive Chef will oversee and handle food service for some of the nations largest sports and entertainment venues and events. They will serve as a leader and mentor to teams of chefs and kitchen staff. It will be their primary responsibility to create "The Levy Difference" with cuisine that exceeds the guests' expectations and to provide strong leadership while delivering cost goals and living our vision and values. They will be responsible for delivering culinary standards that live up to our renowned reputation by establishing standards for menu content, ensuring execution of menu content, and establishing and maintaining show quality and presentation standards.

What the Role is

Lead the development of culinary teams for new location openings and major event activations

Orientates new Chefs within their respective Core Culinary Standards, and established food programs.

Project manage the hiring and training of culinary talent for new business openings

Oversee menu design and execution for properties responsible for in Region

Completes all required reports, logs, and Core Culinary Reviews in a timely manner.

Supervise large teams of chefs and kitchen staff

Plan and strategize to ensure efficient execution of cooking and delivering the highest quality product to guest

Prepare and cook products according to recipe specifications and food safety / sanitation guidelines

Partner with Purchasing department and location chefs to achieve maximum sales growth through product selection, execution and pricing

Partner with location chefs to develop strategies to achieve food and labor prime costs

Implement, maintain and audit all locations to ensure the Levy Core Signature standards for all food-related and purchasing programs are in compliance at all times

Executes innovative recipe development and refinement

Understand, train and maintain compliance of all Levy financial control systems

Supports Region with any major event or function

Ensures that all sanitation and safety standards are being met throughout Region

Promote a cooperative, team building work environment to maximizes productivity / morale within Region

Ensure that all chefs within Region have the proper culinary tools to deliver "The Levy Difference"

Who you are

Experience

7 years of experience in the food service industry

Willingness to travel 75% of the event calendar

Demonstrated leadership and management experience, working with and leading teams

High volume, complex food service operations experience

Skills / Qualifications

Degree or training in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or related field, or culinary certificate preferred.

Passion for cooking and the food industry, with a drive to learn and improve constantly

Ability to physically keep up with the stress and demand of the job

Creative thinker and problem-solver who brings passion, enthusiasm and fresh ideas to the table (literally)

Job Summary

Job Summary :

Working as the Regional Chef you will work with leadership team in planning, implementing and supporting new food concepts or programs within a respective territory. You will be responsible for the research, testing, development, documenting, training, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and making necessary adjustments to innovative new dishes, concepts and / or food programs. This position will play a key role in new facility design and roll out, menu creation, cost reduction, establishing and maintaining culinary standards and more.

Key Responsibilities :

• Orientates new Chefs within their respective Core Culinary Standards, and established food programs.
• Maintains all Culinary Programs and Standards in their home account to the level of Culinary Center for Excellence.
• Provides support for new account openings and or renovations within the territory.
• Provides Culinary Leadership to Chefs within the respective Territory.
• Assists with training, coaching, and development of Culinary personnel within assigned territory.
• Completes all required reports, logs, and Core Culinary Reviews in a timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with Corporate Executive Chef, Regional Director of Operations, and unit level Chefs via email, conference calls, etc.
• Reads and complies with all policies and procedures of the Company as appropriate.
• Projects and practices consistent ownership attributes, which provide a high level of quality and service at all points of contact.
• Is comfortable and familiar preparing food in a regulatory environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

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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 well always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

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 : 1394173

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