Senior Sous Chef at Ford Field

3 weeks ago


Detroit, Michigan, United States Compass Group, North America Full time

Levy Sector

LOCATION: Ford Field, Detroit, MI - Home of the Detroit Lions the 2023 NFC North Champions. Home of the the annual Quick Lane Bowl college football bowl game, state championship football games for the MHSSA, the MHSAA State Wrestling Championships, and the MCBA Marching Band State Finals, among other events. With a regular seating capacity of approximately 65,000.

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.

Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

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
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • 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.

Job Summary

The Senior Sous Chef position is a central leadership role within the Ford Field Culinary Team - providing direction and coaching to team members to drive the very best food and guest experience at the location.

Detailed 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
  • Other duties, as assigned

Skills and Experience:

  • 4+ 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
  • Serv-Safe Certified

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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.



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