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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Competitive weekly salary
performance-based bonus opportunities
Generous shift meal and family dining discounts
Comprehensive 'Best in Class' Training and Ongoing Professional Development
Significant Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
paid time off (PTO)
401(K) retirement savings plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Involvement in the Champions of Hope Program
Cash referral incentives
Access to the Journey Wellbeing Support Tool
Perkspot Employee Discount Program
robust employee recognition program
Slip resistant shoes reimbursement program
Opportunities for community and charitable involvement
Igniting Dreams educational grant program
Participation in Training and Performance Contests
Job Description
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. As a leader in the sports and entertainment industry, Legends Global provides a fully integrated solution of premium services that spotlight partners through a white-label approach. Their expansive network includes 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events annually and entertaining approximately 165 million guests each year. This impressive scale is supported by their extensive expertise and outstanding execution across all service areas, including feasibility and consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content and booking of world-class live events and venues.
The culture at Legends Global is defined by respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. The company is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where employees can be authentic, make significant contributions, and grow their careers. Winning is part of the everyday ethos at Legends Global, where success is earned through teamwork and a unified effort. This commitment to excellence creates a dynamic environment for professionals looking to thrive in a high-impact role.
The Executive Chef role at Legends Global involves overseeing all daily culinary operations for food programs within the stadium, ensuring the highest culinary quality and consistent execution across all dining outlets. This critical position works closely with the General Manager, managing kitchen teams during both matchdays and non-event days to ensure efficient food preparation, staffing, and service, even during high-volume periods. The Executive Chef is responsible for managing food safety, controlling food and labor costs, and executing menus aligned with the club’s branding and guest expectations.
In addition to maintaining standards of food safety and sanitation to achieve top health department ratings, the Executive Chef is heavily involved in menu development, recipe testing, and culinary innovation. This leadership role ensures that standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines are consistently followed, coordinating tastings and quality control checks before service to guarantee excellent flavor, presentation, and temperature. By effectively managing labor and operational expenses through scheduling, inventory management, and purchasing oversight, the Executive Chef supports the financial health of the stadium's food operations.
The position also includes training, coaching, and mentoring culinary team members to uphold performance standards and support their skill development. Communication with leadership is crucial for managing staffing levels, production quality, and addressing operational challenges. The Executive Chef oversees kitchen equipment maintenance and enforces safety protocols, including the proper handling of food and equipment use, while identifying and addressing hazardous conditions.
Overall, this role is vital to ensuring a memorable and high-quality dining experience for guests at one of the premier sports and entertainment venues. Legends Global offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, alongside a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. The position is based on-site at the Moosic RailRiders' PNC Field in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, providing an exciting opportunity to lead culinary operations in a dynamic and prestigious environment.
The culture at Legends Global is defined by respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. The company is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where employees can be authentic, make significant contributions, and grow their careers. Winning is part of the everyday ethos at Legends Global, where success is earned through teamwork and a unified effort. This commitment to excellence creates a dynamic environment for professionals looking to thrive in a high-impact role.
The Executive Chef role at Legends Global involves overseeing all daily culinary operations for food programs within the stadium, ensuring the highest culinary quality and consistent execution across all dining outlets. This critical position works closely with the General Manager, managing kitchen teams during both matchdays and non-event days to ensure efficient food preparation, staffing, and service, even during high-volume periods. The Executive Chef is responsible for managing food safety, controlling food and labor costs, and executing menus aligned with the club’s branding and guest expectations.
In addition to maintaining standards of food safety and sanitation to achieve top health department ratings, the Executive Chef is heavily involved in menu development, recipe testing, and culinary innovation. This leadership role ensures that standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines are consistently followed, coordinating tastings and quality control checks before service to guarantee excellent flavor, presentation, and temperature. By effectively managing labor and operational expenses through scheduling, inventory management, and purchasing oversight, the Executive Chef supports the financial health of the stadium's food operations.
The position also includes training, coaching, and mentoring culinary team members to uphold performance standards and support their skill development. Communication with leadership is crucial for managing staffing levels, production quality, and addressing operational challenges. The Executive Chef oversees kitchen equipment maintenance and enforces safety protocols, including the proper handling of food and equipment use, while identifying and addressing hazardous conditions.
Overall, this role is vital to ensuring a memorable and high-quality dining experience for guests at one of the premier sports and entertainment venues. Legends Global offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, alongside a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. The position is based on-site at the Moosic RailRiders' PNC Field in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, providing an exciting opportunity to lead culinary operations in a dynamic and prestigious environment.
Job Requirements
- culinary degree or certified apprenticeship program
- minimum 2 years management experience in high-volume venues
- excellent communication skills
- ability to multi-task and prioritize
- strong leadership and management skills
- customer service oriented
- flexible to work extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays
- ability to work in a team environment
- proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- high attention to detail
- some physical exertion required
- supervisory experience including employee hiring and training
- knowledge of safety and sanitation practices
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in a culinary leadership role, preferably as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment
- Demonstrated mastery of kitchen operations, including inventory control, food costing, staff scheduling, and budget management
- Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and manage a diverse kitchen staff efficiently
- A profound passion for producing top-tier food and an uncompromising commitment to quality and detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills, crucial for seamless coordination between the back-of-house and front-of-house teams
Job Duties
- You hold the ultimate responsibility for ensuring every item that leaves our line is of the highest quality, consistently delicious, and perfectly aligned with the energetic atmosphere our guests expect
- This role moves beyond simply cooking
- you will manage all kitchen staff, oversee inventory, maintain pristine health and safety standards, and continuously innovate within our core menu
- Lead and supervise all back-of-house staff, including hiring, training, and performance management
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and recipe adherence across all menu items
- Manage kitchen financials, including food cost optimization, inventory management, and minimizing waste
- Maintain and enforce the highest standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and organization in compliance with all health and safety regulations
- Oversee daily prep work, line execution, and timely fulfillment of all guest orders during peak service periods
- Collaborate with the General Manager on menu planning, special promotions, and ensuring a cohesive restaurant operation
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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