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Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Free play
Half price food
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) team member match
Mental well-being platform

Job Description

Topgolf Entertainment Group is a dynamic global sports and entertainment community renowned for revolutionizing the social sports experience. With numerous venues across various locations, Topgolf integrates dining, entertainment, and golf-themed activities into a vibrant, engaging environment where guests can enjoy exceptional moments with friends and family. The company has been recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and providing a welcoming atmosphere for all guests and employees, making it a desirable workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Topgolf is dedicated to innovation and excellence, cultivating a culture that emphasizes fun, teamwork, and a passion for delivering superior guest experiences. As a leader in the entertainment sector, Topgolf continuously seeks professionals who share its values and who are eager to contribute to its mission of providing unforgettable experiences.

The Executive Culinary Manager role at Topgolf is a pivotal leadership position focused on ensuring that guests receive best-in-class culinary experiences. This role involves spearheading the kitchen team and overseeing all culinary operations at the venue. It requires a unique blend of culinary expertise and effective management skills. The Executive Culinary Manager is responsible for supervising, training, and coaching the culinary team to enhance their performance and engagement, ensuring that every meal served meets Topgolf's high standards of quality and consistency. Additionally, this position demands acute operational oversight including labor scheduling, inventory management, vendor relations, product ordering, and strict adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.

Beyond team leadership and operational management, the Executive Culinary Manager is key in developing creative and appealing menus, standardizing recipes to maintain quality control, and managing food and labor costs within budgetary constraints. The role includes maintaining kitchen equipment, coordinating with upper management and corporate leadership, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. At Topgolf, the role exemplifies the company’s core values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit, and Caring, ensuring that these principles are integrated into daily culinary operations.

This opportunity is ideally suited for experienced culinary professionals with a minimum of eight years in culinary management who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments. The position not only demands leadership and culinary skills but also physical stamina to meet the demands of a busy kitchen environment. Topgolf offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, wellness programs, and employee-exclusive discounts, creating an attractive employment proposition for qualified candidates. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and leadership, this role offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to a renowned entertainment company and to advance your career within a supportive and innovative workplace.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years in culinary management
  • proven ability to develop a culinary team
  • bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
  • ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb
  • ability to stoop and bend
  • ability to work in high-temperature conditions (up to 100 degrees) for extended periods of time

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years in culinary management
  • proven ability to develop a culinary team
  • bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
  • ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • experience in managing food costs and inventory
  • ability to train and motivate staff

Job Duties

  • Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
  • coach and develop the team and drive associate engagement
  • delegate tasks and work with your team
  • demonstrate Topgolf’s core values fun, one team, excellence, edgy spirit and caring
  • monitor inventory and purchase product
  • maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
  • select and develop recipes to corporate approval
  • standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
  • establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
  • plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
  • ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen
  • create action plans to respond to opportunities
  • communicate and effectively partner with upper management, home office leadership and vendors

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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