Catering Chef, Nu Stadium

Delaware North Sportservice is a prestigious hospitality company known for its excellence in managing and delivering exceptional food and beverage services across various venues. With more than a century of rich history, Delaware North has established itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, operating at iconic sports arenas, national parks, casinos, and more. The company prides itself on offering its employees outstanding career opportunities, professional growth, and a supportive work environment. Delaware North's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce is reflected in its policies, ensuring equal job opportunities for all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

This position is based in Miami, Florida, at Nu Stadium, a state-of-the-art soccer stadium and entertainment venue set to open in 2026. As the future home of Inter Miami CF, Nu Stadium promises world-class soccer, concerts, and live entertainment throughout the year. Delaware North will manage stadium concessions and premium food and beverage services, focusing on creating innovative culinary experiences that highlight Miami's vibrant culture while elevating traditional stadium fare.

The Catering Chef role at Delaware North Sportservice offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals to join a dynamic team within a high-volume kitchen environment. This full-time salaried position comes with an anticipated annual base pay ranging from $56,900 to $76,800, along with an annual bonus or an uncapped sales incentive plan based on individual and company performance. One of the unique benefits of working at Delaware North includes pathways for career advancement and the chance to collaborate with a world-class team committed to excellence in hospitality.

As a Catering Chef, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include supervising and leading the culinary team to ensure food production efficiency, adherence to recipes, and preparation of high-quality dishes. You will be instrumental in mentoring and training staff, fostering a positive and collaborative culture that drives performance and creativity. This is an excellent leadership position that requires not only culinary expertise but also strong organizational and cost-management skills.

Your duties will also involve assisting in food and labor cost control, preparing work schedules, inventory management, and overseeing ordering and receiving processes in the kitchen. Collaborating with the Executive Chef and culinary team, you will help design menus and develop recipes, applying your knowledge of costing and bulk recipe writing. Ensuring a safe, sanitary kitchen environment compliant with all health regulations is another essential aspect of the role. Your capabilities in managing diverse teams and multitasking in a high-volume catering setting will be critical to your success.

This position appeals to chefs with a passion for delivering exceptional food quality at scale while leading and inspiring their teams. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in culinary roles with management responsibilities, preferably in catering or similar high-volume operations. They will have excellent skills in cooking, food presentation, adherence to recipe standards, and be proficient in computer tools such as Word and Excel. Certifications such as ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures are desirable or must be obtainable upon hire.

Delaware North Sportservice offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the wellbeing and development of its employees. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and generous discounts at various affiliated hotels and resorts. The company’s commitment to creating a great workplace culture means that as a team member, you will find both personal and professional fulfillment, with ample opportunities for advancement in a global legacy company where hospitality is at its core.