Sous Chef, Bridgestone Arena- Premium Clubs

Delaware North is a reputable global hospitality and food service company with a rich history spanning over 100 years. As a family-owned business, Delaware North prides itself on creating memorable experiences for guests across diverse settings, including iconic sports arenas, national parks, casinos, hotels, and retail operations. The company operates with a people-first philosophy, investing in the personal and professional growth of its team members while providing opportunities to work in dynamic and exciting environments. At Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, Delaware North has been the concessions and retail partner since 1996, showcasing its commitment to high standards and superior guest service. Bridgestone Arena is renowned as the home of the NHL's Nashville Predators and is a vibrant venue hosting numerous entertainment events and luxury hospitality experiences.

The Premium Club Sous Chef role at Delaware North offers an exceptional opportunity for a culinary professional seeking to demonstrate leadership in a high-volume, upscale hospitality environment. This position is based at Bridgestone Arena, where the sous chef will oversee food production for the premium club and support service for approximately 50 luxury suites, playing a key role in delivering an exceptional culinary experience to guests. This hands-on role requires a blend of culinary expertise, advanced kitchen management, and team leadership skills to ensure the highest quality of food preparation and presentation.

In this capacity, the Premium Club Sous Chef will support the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, guiding the culinary team through event execution, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail in food quality, consistency, and innovative presentation. The role involves expertise in utilizing advanced butchery techniques, menu execution, inventory control, food costing, and scheduling to optimize kitchen performance and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates will bring a strong upscale culinary background with a passion for premium hospitality and expertise in plating and presentation. The role demands proficiency in executing family-style, platter, plated, and buffet menus in a fast-paced setting. Culinary leadership abilities to train, coach, and develop team members foster a culture of excellence and uphold rigorous food safety and sanitation standards.

Offering a competitive salary range of $56,900 to $76,800 per year, augmented by an annual performance bonus plan or a sales incentive plan, this position is attractive for those committed to advancing their career in upscale event and hospitality culinary management. Delaware North also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and generous discounts at affiliated hotels and resorts.

The role's working schedule includes days, evenings, holidays, weekends, and readiness for on-call shifts with 10- to 12-hour shifts based on event needs. As part of a globally recognized and respected organization, the Premium Club Sous Chef will contribute to shaping memorable dining experiences at a world-class entertainment and sports venue while enjoying robust support for career growth and personal well-being.