Sous Chef

Norman, OK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $46,400.00 - $62,700.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Work-life balance

Job Description

Legends Global is recognized worldwide as the leading producer of entertainment experiences, specializing in venue and event strategy and management across the globe. The company offers locally tailored solutions and incorporates cutting-edge technologies to maximize outcomes for venue owners, making it a pioneer in the hospitality and entertainment industry. With an elite network of venues spanning five continents, Legends Global manages more than 450 prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibition centers, as well as performing arts venues. This extensive portfolio makes Legends Global a leader in delivering world-class event experiences and venue management services, positioning it as an industry trailblazer.

The position of Sous Chef at Legends Global plays a critical role within the culinary and stewarding departments. Serving as the second in command, the Sous Chef is entrusted with overseeing the purchasing, receiving, and preparation of food items within the facility, particularly stepping into leadership in the absence of the Executive Chef. This role demands a highly organized individual capable of managing kitchen operations and ensuring high-quality food production that meets event-specific requirements. The Sous Chef is also responsible for training all kitchen personnel, ensuring that the culinary team maintains exceptional standards in food quality, safety, and presentation.

The role involves direct management of food costs and budget goals, ensuring financial efficiency without compromising quality. It requires active participation in local hospitality communities and professional organizations to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices. Additionally, the Sous Chef attends internal event meetings coordinating with other departments to relay immediate changes and logistics updates. Inventory controls and monthly inventory assistance are important aspects of the role to maintain optimal stock and operational readiness. Maintaining a cooperative, team-like atmosphere fosters an effective working environment for all staff and departments.

The Sous Chef also enforces all Legends Global Food and Beverage policies, safety guidelines, and OSHA regulations, ensuring that sanitation and safety are uncompromised. Organizational responsibilities extend to the cleanliness and security of storerooms and equipment management during event functions. This position requires excellent communication skills in English to interact effectively with customers, supervisors, and employees. Flexibility, the ability to work independently under pressure, and adaptability to changing situations are essential traits for success in this role. Overall, this leadership role within Legends Global demands culinary expertise, management skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service in a dynamic, fast-paced venue management environment.

Job Requirements

Certificate from accredited culinary school, college or technical school
3 or more years of hands-on experience
1 or more years of kitchen/culinary supervisory experience
operate a personal computer using Windows, Office and other standard office equipment
specific vision abilities required for close vision for quality control of food services
must be able to withstand loud noise in the environment
ability to work in both inside and outside environmental conditions
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
able to stand or sit for long periods of time
able to work in an area where high heat may be used for cooking or cleaning purposes

Job Qualifications

Ability to be creative with food presentations and maintain a quality product
must be able to work independently with little or no supervision
excellent organizational, planning, communication and inter-personal skills
ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks
maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment
follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results
be licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle in the United States
remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur

Job Duties

Ordering, receiving, and preparing food items
maintaining food costs and budget goals
produce required product according to banquet event orders for each event
maintains an active role in local hospitality community and professional associations
attend in-house event-related meetings and relays immediate changes with other departments
inventory controls
responsible for kitchen in absence of executive chef
assists with monthly inventory
provide the highest customer service excellence
ensure all Legends Global F&B policies and procedures are followed
required to speak and understand basic English well enough to converse with customers, supervisors, and employees
maintain a cooperative, team-like attitude in working with supervisors and fellow employees including other departments
enforce all sanitation procedures including safety guidelines and OSHA requirements
organize equipment for an event as well as clean and maintain equipment during and after functions
make sure all storerooms are clean, organized and secured
follow all designated opening and closing procedures to ensure areas are secure and energy efficient
follows all rules and regulations which apply to the food and beverage operations and to Legends Global Food and Beverage Division
perform any reasonable requests assigned by management for staffing and performance needs
other duties as assigned