Executive Chef- Hawaii Convention Center

Legends Global is a premier global partner dedicated to enhancing the live events, venues, and brand experiences of the world’s most renowned organizations. With a presence in over 450 venues worldwide, Legends Global orchestrates upwards of 20,000 live events annually, entertaining approximately 165 million guests each year. The company excels by delivering a fully integrated suite of premium services through a white-label approach, which allows partners to remain at the forefront of the live entertainment industry. Their expertise spans feasibility studies, consulting, owner's representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content booking, all designed to optimize world-class events and venues. The Legends Global culture is defined by respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where all team members can be authentic, make meaningful impacts, and grow their careers. This winning culture encourages teamwork and values every achievement reached together as one unified team. Joining Legends Global means becoming a part of a highly motivated and dynamic workforce dedicated to excellence in the live events industry.

The Hawaii Convention Center, managed by Legends Global, is embarking on an exciting new era, marked by the completion of extensive renovations. As Hawai‘i’s premier convention destination, the center attracts guests worldwide, offering them an exceptional experience that highlights the rich and vibrant culinary heritage of the islands. The food and beverage program at the center uniquely celebrates Hawai‘i’s diversity, blending Native Hawaiian traditions with the cultural influences that have shaped the islands. The commitment to showcasing locally sourced ingredients—grown, raised, and crafted within the islands—is central to the menu design, which honors both traditional favorites and innovative culinary creations.

The Executive Chef at the Hawaii Convention Center is a vital leadership role responsible for overseeing all culinary operations. This position manages multiple facets of food and beverage services including catering, banquet production, public dining concepts, stewarding, purchasing, and team development. The Executive Chef plays a critical role in mentoring and inspiring a diverse workforce, promoting a culture of excellence and culinary innovation. As the face of the culinary program, the Executive Chef builds strong, collaborative relationships with local producers, industry stakeholders, clients, and the broader community. Leading with integrity, respect, and the spirit of aloha, this leader ensures that every guest’s experience exceeds expectations through exceptional food quality and service.

The Executive Chef must be passionate about Hawai‘i’s food culture and culinary excellence, offering visionary leadership to continuously elevate the culinary offerings at the Hawaii Convention Center. Responsibilities include innovating menus that reflect local trends and sustainable sourcing, maintaining rigorous quality control and compliance with health standards, managing budgets effectively to optimize labor and food costs, and fostering a professional and motivated kitchen team. The role demands a combination of creativity, business acumen, operational expertise, and the ability to nurture relationships within the hospitality community. Compensation is competitive, with a salary range between $145,000 and $155,000, commensurate with experience, as well as a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan.