Executive Chef

Executive ChefBring creativity to the plate and leadership to the kitchen. As Executive Chef, you will lead all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, innovative menu execution, and consistency across all dining experiences. You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain food safety standards, manage costs, and develop a high-performing culinary team while delivering memorable guest experiences.Key Responsibilities:Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver outstanding guest experiencesEnsure strict compliance with federal, state, local, and company food safety and sanitation standardsMaintain recipes and ensure consistent execution of company standardsManage food and labor costs to achieve operational goalsForecast sales and develop pars, prep lists, and production schedulesTrain, mentor, and equip team members with the tools and information needed for successCollaborate with operations leadership to ensure seamless event executionQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferredAt least 5 years of executive management leadership experience in fast-paced, high-volume culinary environmentsHigh volume production and catering experience is requiredAdvanced knowledge of food preparation, production, and presentationExperience managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory controlsProficiency with kitchen management systems and Microsoft Office toolsExcellent leadership and communication skills; able to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders across all levelsStrong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operationsAt Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanFlexible Time Off PlanPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID: 1584221