Oak View Group

Executive Sous Chef | Full-Time | Vanderbilt University Athletics

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days

Job Description

Oak View Group is a global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services specially tailored for the live event industry. The company offers an unmatched, 360-degree solution set from a collection of world-class owned venues and serves a client roster that includes some of the most influential and highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions worldwide. With a focus on delivering exceptional live event experiences, Oak View Group blends innovation, operational excellence, and superior guest services to stand out in the entertainment and hospitality sectors.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full service restaurant or events venue
  • Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities including co-workers, subordinates, guests and purveyors
  • Active listening and effective communication skills
  • Ability to develop results-oriented staff through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counseling
  • Ability to distribute responsibility to meet objectives and achieve results
  • Ability to recognize problems and creatively find solutions
  • Ability to set priorities and use initiative
  • Detail-oriented and able to multitask and prioritize in a changing environment
  • Self-directed and able to work in a team environment
  • Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and long hours
  • Professional appearance and presentation
  • Knowledge of computer software including MS Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Maintains current Food Handler's card and alcohol service permit if required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain certification in a nationally recognized sanitation program
  • Working knowledge of employee scheduling in a hospitality environment.

Job Qualifications

  • Technical proficiency and experience demonstrating verifiable knowledge of food preparation methods
  • Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities including co-workers, subordinates, guests and purveyors
  • Active listening and effective communication skills
  • Ability to develop results-oriented staff through effective training, evaluation, motivation, coaching and counseling
  • Ability to distribute responsibility to meet objectives and achieve results
  • Ability to recognize problems and creatively find solutions
  • Ability to set priorities and use initiative
  • Detail-oriented and able to multitask and prioritize in a changing environment
  • Self-directed and able to work in a team environment
  • Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and long hours
  • Minimum of 2-3 years kitchen management experience in a full service restaurant or events venue
  • Demonstrated and verifiable track record of meeting projected costs
  • Professional appearance and presentation
  • Knowledge of computer software including MS Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Maintains current Food Handler's card and alcohol service permit if required
  • Working knowledge of employee scheduling in a hospitality environment
  • Ability to obtain and maintain certification in a nationally recognized sanitation program.

Job Duties

  • Ensures 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
  • Controls labor costs through effective scheduling of Public Foods kitchen staff, cross-training and development of employees
  • Ensures that the purchasing and preparation of all food products meet OVG's standards of quality and consistency, develops menus and monitors production to ensure recipe specifications, portion controls and kitchen timings are met
  • Supervises all line set-up, prep and breakdown activities and delegates tasks to line personnel
  • Coordinates the storage, maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment to ensure operational readiness
  • Assists with the delivery and set-up of catered services and food service areas as needed
  • Provides training and development including orientation for new employees, builds morale, encourages staff empowerment and maintains a positive, compliant employee relations climate
  • Ensures compliance with health, sanitation, safety and employment regulations by communicating standards and procedures to kitchen staff
  • Assists the Executive Chef in fulfilling kitchen record keeping and administrative duties including food inventories and invoicing
  • Organizes employee work schedules ensuring appropriate coverage for all kitchen areas
  • Promotes teamwork and leads by example to achieve quality management of product, service, and concept philosophy.

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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