Executive Sous Chef | Full-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services across the live event industry. With an extensive portfolio comprising 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 worldwide, OVG delivers unparalleled 360-degree solutions tailored for extraordinary live event experiences. The company prides itself on its comprehensive approach that spans venue development, venue management, and premium hospitality services, creating immersive and memorable experiences that meet the high expectations of clients and guests alike.
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Job Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant or events venue
- Technical proficiency with food preparation methods
- Ability to train and develop staff
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to manage food and labor costs
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to work flexible and event-driven schedules including nights and weekends
- Professional appearance
- Valid Food Handler's card
- Proficiency in MS Office software
- Ability to obtain sanitation certification
Job Qualifications
- Technical proficiency and demonstrable experience in food preparation methods
- Ability to interact positively with diverse personalities including co-workers, subordinates, guests and purveyors
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Ability to develop staff through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counseling
- Ability to distribute responsibility effectively to meet objectives
- Problem-solving skills with ability to set priorities and make solid decisions
- Detail-oriented with multi-tasking and prioritization skills
- Self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends and long hours
- Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant or events venue
- Demonstrated track record of meeting projected costs
- Professional appearance and presentation
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
- Valid Food Handler's card and alcohol service permit if required
- Knowledge of employee scheduling in hospitality
- Certification in a nationally recognized sanitation program
Job Duties
- Ensure budgeted food percentages are achieved through effective control measures including portion controls, kitchen timings, food inventory rotation, receiving and food storage procedures, inventory controls, effective purchasing procedures, kitchen security procedures and waste control for all public food events
- Control labor costs through effective scheduling of public food kitchen staff, cross-training and development of employees
- Ensure purchasing and preparation of all food products meet OVG standards of quality and consistency
- Develop menus ensuring quality, consistency and style of concept are maintained
- Monitor production of food preparation ensuring recipe specifications, portion controls and kitchen timings are met
- Supervise all line set-up, prep and breakdown activities
- Train and develop kitchen staff including departmental orientation of new employees
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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