Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $115,000.00 - $130,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
bonus eligibility
Job Description
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. The company offers an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential and highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Oak View Group is recognized for delivering exceptional experiences by combining innovative venue development with expert operational management and hospitality services. The group's continuing commitment is to positively disrupt the sports and live entertainment industry by building a diverse... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
- Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience in high-volume environments
- Proven ability to manage and develop large culinary teams
- Knowledge of food safety standards and certifications such as ServSafe
- Strong financial management skills including budgeting and cost control
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Passion for culinary excellence and innovation
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in a high-volume sports, arena, or hotel/event venue setting
- Proven success managing a large culinary team in a union or non-union environment
- Strong understanding of inventory, food costing, labor controls, and P&L accountability
- Creative and strategic thinker with the ability to develop compelling menus for a variety of audiences including fans, premium guests, athletes, artists, and staff
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and event-based culinary software systems
- Certified Food Manager (ServSafe or equivalent)
- knowledge of HACCP and OSHA guidelines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and hold team members accountable
- Highly organized, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Ability to work a flexible, event-based schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Experience in a high-impact leadership role focused on delivering excellence at scale
Job Duties
- Serve as the senior culinary leader responsible for all food preparation, presentation, quality, and consistency across all events and outlets within Footprint Center
- Develop, manage, and execute high-volume menus for NBA and WNBA games, concerts, VIP suites, clubs, staff meals, and catered events with a focus on innovation, fan experience, and operational feasibility
- Ensure seamless culinary execution for a year-round calendar of events including 80+ home games, national concerts, corporate events, and back-of-house player dining experiences
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of over 35 culinary professionals including sous chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and utility staff
- Oversee staffing, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, performance evaluations, and professional development of the culinary team
- Foster a positive kitchen culture that emphasizes accountability, empowerment, continuous learning, and high performance
- Develop and maintain food cost targets and labor budgets in collaboration with the Senior Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage
- Ensure adherence to budgeted food cost percentages through effective inventory management, portion control, waste reduction, and purchasing practices
- Create and implement seasonal and event-specific menus that reflect the culinary brand of the arena while meeting diverse guest expectations, dietary needs, and brand partnerships
- Ensure all food is prepared and served in accordance with Oak View Group's quality, safety, and brand standards
- Enforce all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation standards
- Collaborate with the Events, Premium, and Concessions teams to plan, execute, and elevate the culinary experience for VIP clients, team personnel, artists, and sponsors
- Provide on-site leadership during high-profile events and adjust operations in real time to meet service demands
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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