Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.00 - $28.00
Benefits
weekly pay
Training and development opportunities
Employee Discounts
Flexible work schedules
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Employee assistance program
Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
Job Description
Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a full-time Junior Sous Chef to join our team at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Delaware North is a globally recognized hospitality and food service company with over 100 years of experience delivering exceptional culinary and guest services. At its core, Delaware North prioritizes people by offering a supportive and dynamic work environment, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package for its employees. The company operates in iconic locations across the world, including stadiums, national parks, casinos, and hotels, providing unique and exciting career paths. Little Caesars Arena is a state-of-the-art 20,000-seat venue and the home of the NHL's Detroit Red Wings and the NBA's Detroit Pistons. Delaware North provides a full range of food, beverage, and retail services within the arena, catering to a diverse clientele that expects premium dining experiences and exceptional customer service.
The Junior Sous Chef role at Delaware North Sportservice is an exciting opportunity for an experienced cook who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about culinary excellence. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high standards of food preparation, and ensuring that food service in the Suites and Premium areas of the arena meets company quality standards. The Junior Sous Chef will be responsible for managing kitchen operations, including food storage, equipment maintenance, and cost control. This position offers an hourly wage of $22.00 to $28.00, emphasizing the company’s commitment to rewarding culinary talent. Candidates will enjoy a collaborative atmosphere where the energy of game day and the satisfaction of providing top-quality food service combine to create a dynamic workplace. Delaware North values continual learning and growth, offering training opportunities to enhance professional skills in hospitality and culinary arts. The role requires excellent communication and leadership to coordinate with team members and managers to ensure guests leave with memorable experiences. This position involves various shifts including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days, reflecting the vibrant nature of working in a major sports arena. Delaware North fosters an inclusive, respectful workplace, committed to equal opportunity for all employees. Join Delaware North Sportservice as a Junior Sous Chef and contribute your skills to an established company dedicated to shaping the future of hospitality, all while enjoying a fulfilling career with excellent benefits and advancement potential.
The Junior Sous Chef role at Delaware North Sportservice is an exciting opportunity for an experienced cook who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about culinary excellence. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high standards of food preparation, and ensuring that food service in the Suites and Premium areas of the arena meets company quality standards. The Junior Sous Chef will be responsible for managing kitchen operations, including food storage, equipment maintenance, and cost control. This position offers an hourly wage of $22.00 to $28.00, emphasizing the company’s commitment to rewarding culinary talent. Candidates will enjoy a collaborative atmosphere where the energy of game day and the satisfaction of providing top-quality food service combine to create a dynamic workplace. Delaware North values continual learning and growth, offering training opportunities to enhance professional skills in hospitality and culinary arts. The role requires excellent communication and leadership to coordinate with team members and managers to ensure guests leave with memorable experiences. This position involves various shifts including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event days, reflecting the vibrant nature of working in a major sports arena. Delaware North fosters an inclusive, respectful workplace, committed to equal opportunity for all employees. Join Delaware North Sportservice as a Junior Sous Chef and contribute your skills to an established company dedicated to shaping the future of hospitality, all while enjoying a fulfilling career with excellent benefits and advancement potential.
Job Requirements
- Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids
- Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers weighing up to 50 lbs
- Standing and walking for the entire length of the shift
- At least two years experience as a line cook including supervisory experience
- Ability to effectively communicate with others and lead in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- No college degree required
- At least two years experience as a line cook including supervisory experience
- Ability to effectively communicate with others and lead in a fast-paced environment
- Attentive and detailed oriented
- Basic math skills with an ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions
Job Duties
- Supervise all team members and ensure food preparation and production meets quality standards in suites and premium areas
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of walk-ins and freezers and ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order
- Effectively supervise proper breakdown, rotation, labeling, dating, and storage of food
- Perform opening, closing and side work duties
- Actively work to maintain food cost within parameters set by culinary leadership
- Partner with team members and restaurant managers to satisfy guests
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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