Executive Chef - Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center

Levy is a leading hospitality company renowned for redefining the sports and entertainment dining experience. Established as a market leader within the industry, Levy operates a diverse portfolio that includes award-winning restaurants, iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos, cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers. The company is responsible for catering prestigious events such as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Levy's commitment to innovation and inclusion has earned it recognition as one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and among the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes. This speaks to Levy's dedication to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are prioritized, creating an environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Levy is hiring an Executive Chef to be based at the Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center in Columbus, GA. This full-time executive-level position offers a competitive salary of $105,000 plus bonuses and presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced culinary professional. The Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure a safe, sanitary, and productive work environment. This role demands culinary leadership expertise and entrepreneurial energy to manage food preparation and production aligned with Levy's corporate standards and guidelines. The successful candidate will develop and plan menus, maintain quality control in food preparation, and lead a team by training kitchen staff on food safety, sanitation, and equipment handling. As part of this leadership role, the Executive Chef will also implement inventory control measures, collaborate on cleaning and maintenance scheduling, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations as evidenced through audits by local health authorities and other third parties.

Beyond managing day-to-day kitchen operations, the Executive Chef will be involved in strategic food cost management and quality assurance, ensuring that all culinary offerings meet Levy’s high-quality standards and client expectations. This position requires a hands-on approach with detailed oversight of meal production, waste management, and use of leftover products in accordance with company policy. The Executive Chef will participate actively in department meetings, staff development activities, and professional programs to foster continuous improvement and team excellence.

Levy values advanced culinary skills combined with operational management experience, especially in high-volume and complex foodservice environments. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of progressive culinary and kitchen management experience, preferably with catering and institutional batch cooking backgrounds. This role also requires proficiency with computer systems, including Microsoft Office applications, email, and internet use. The organization highly favors candidates with ServSafe certification. Overall, the Executive Chef at Levy will thrive in an environment that challenges them to innovate and lead while supporting the company’s reputation as a premier hospitality provider in sports and entertainment.