Delaware North

Sous Chef, KeyBank Center

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
clock

Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $62,354.00 - $66,800.00
clock

Work Schedule

Flexible
diamond

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Annual performance bonus
paid vacation days
Paid parental bonding leave
Tuition and or professional certification reimbursement
Friends-and-family discounts

Job Description

Delaware North Sportservice is a renowned hospitality and food service provider, proudly operating concessions, clubs, and suites for the NHL's Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. Established as a key partner of the Sabres since the team's inception in 1970, Delaware North brings decades of expertise in managing high-profile food and beverage operations within iconic sports venues. The company is part of Delaware North, a family-owned business with over a century of history, renowned globally for its exceptional service standards and commitment to creating memorable experiences. Their expansive operations span various sectors including sports arenas, national parks,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience
  • Previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
  • Ability to work flexible schedules
  • Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
  • Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
  • Catering, country club or fine dining experience desirable
  • 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
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

Browse restaurant and hotel jobs on OysterLink.

You may be also interested in: