Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $61,200.00 - $82,600.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Annual performance bonus
paid vacation days
Paid parental bonding leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Friends-and-family discounts
Job Description
Delaware North is a global food, beverage, and hospitality company with a rich history spanning over 100 years. This family-owned business operates in iconic locations including sports arenas, national parks, casinos, hotels, and more, providing exceptional guest experiences through innovative culinary and service offerings. With a strong emphasis on people, growth, and diversity, Delaware North encourages its employees to build rewarding careers while contributing to an enduring legacy of hospitality excellence.
At Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan, Delaware North Sportservice is currently seeking a Premium Club Chef. Caesars Arena, a premier 20,000-seat venue home to the NHL's Detroit Red Wings and the NBA's Detroit Pistons, offers guests a dynamic and high-energy entertainment experience. Within this environment, the Premium Club Chef plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of food quality and culinary innovation across premium dining areas including club sections, loge boxes, and suites.
The Premium Club Chef position is a full-time role with competitive base compensation ranging from $61,200 to $82,600 annually, supplemented by an annual bonus or an uncapped sales incentive plan based on both individual and company performance. This role requires a seasoned culinary professional who is not only skilled in high-volume food preparation but also excels in leadership, team development, and operational management within a fast-paced kitchen.
In this leadership capacity, the Premium Club Chef supports the Executive Chef by overseeing production efficiency, ensuring adherence to recipe standards, managing inventory and labor costs, and fostering a positive work environment that encourages creativity and culinary excellence. The successful candidate will be hands-on with menu design and recipe development, utilizing culinary expertise for bulk recipe costing, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe, sanitized, and well-organized kitchen.
This role demands a commitment to excellence and the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse culinary team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of culinary management experience in large-scale kitchen operations or high-volume food service environments. Proficiency in computer applications, including Word and Excel, coupled with certifications like ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures, are essential. Flexibility in working varied shifts including days, evenings, holidays, and event-driven schedules is required to meet business needs.
Embracing Delaware North's commitment to employee development, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and exclusive discounts at affiliated hotels and resorts. Joining Delaware North means becoming part of a global team devoted to delivering great times in great places while advancing your own professional journey.
If you are a culinary expert passionate about leading and elevating food service operations in a prestigious sports and entertainment venue, the Premium Club Chef role at Caesars Arena presents an exciting opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.
At Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan, Delaware North Sportservice is currently seeking a Premium Club Chef. Caesars Arena, a premier 20,000-seat venue home to the NHL's Detroit Red Wings and the NBA's Detroit Pistons, offers guests a dynamic and high-energy entertainment experience. Within this environment, the Premium Club Chef plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of food quality and culinary innovation across premium dining areas including club sections, loge boxes, and suites.
The Premium Club Chef position is a full-time role with competitive base compensation ranging from $61,200 to $82,600 annually, supplemented by an annual bonus or an uncapped sales incentive plan based on both individual and company performance. This role requires a seasoned culinary professional who is not only skilled in high-volume food preparation but also excels in leadership, team development, and operational management within a fast-paced kitchen.
In this leadership capacity, the Premium Club Chef supports the Executive Chef by overseeing production efficiency, ensuring adherence to recipe standards, managing inventory and labor costs, and fostering a positive work environment that encourages creativity and culinary excellence. The successful candidate will be hands-on with menu design and recipe development, utilizing culinary expertise for bulk recipe costing, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe, sanitized, and well-organized kitchen.
This role demands a commitment to excellence and the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse culinary team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of culinary management experience in large-scale kitchen operations or high-volume food service environments. Proficiency in computer applications, including Word and Excel, coupled with certifications like ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures, are essential. Flexibility in working varied shifts including days, evenings, holidays, and event-driven schedules is required to meet business needs.
Embracing Delaware North's commitment to employee development, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and exclusive discounts at affiliated hotels and resorts. Joining Delaware North means becoming part of a global team devoted to delivering great times in great places while advancing your own professional journey.
If you are a culinary expert passionate about leading and elevating food service operations in a prestigious sports and entertainment venue, the Premium Club Chef role at Caesars Arena presents an exciting opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years culinary experience in large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
- Experience leading and managing culinary teams
- Proficiency with food cost and labor management
- Knowledge of menu design and recipe costing
- Strong food safety and sanitation knowledge
- Computer proficiency with Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain ServSafe Food Safety Handler and TIP certifications
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including days evenings holidays and events
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous management responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
- Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking food presentation and precise recipe adherence with the ability to lead coach and motivate a diverse team
- Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor cost menu development costing ordering inventory and food safety and sanitation
- Proficient computer skills including Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain ServSafe Food Safety Handler and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
Job Duties
- Supervise and lead the culinary team ensuring production efficiency proper culinary techniques adherence to recipe standards and high-quality food preparation
- Assist in hiring training and mentoring team members while creating a cohesive work environment
- Support food and labor cost management prepare schedules oversee inventory control and manage ordering and receiving processes
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development utilizing expertise in costing and writing bulk recipes
- Maintain a safe sanitary and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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