Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $61,200.00 - $82,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
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
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Delaware North is a global leader in hospitality and food service management with a rich history spanning over 100 years. As a family-owned business, Delaware North prides itself on its commitment to creating exceptional experiences for customers and fostering growth opportunities for its employees. The company operates in a diverse range of sectors, including sports venues, national parks, casinos, hotels, and retail establishments. One of their prime locations is Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan, a state-of-the-art 20,000-seat sports and entertainment venue home to the NHL's Detroit Red Wings and the NBA's Detroit Pistons. The arena features innovative club areas, loge boxes, and suites offering premium dining experiences that require expert culinary management and operational excellence.
The role of Sous Chef at Delaware North Sportservice within Caesars Arena is a pivotal position responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in managing all culinary operations of the premium clubs. This high-volume kitchen environment demands exceptional leadership, culinary skills, and creativity. As a Sous Chef, you will oversee the culinary team to ensure efficient production, adherence to recipe standards, and the delivery of high-quality food that meets both company and customer expectations. You will play an active role in hiring, training, and mentoring culinary staff, fostering a cohesive and motivated team atmosphere. This position also involves critical responsibilities such as managing food and labor costs, scheduling, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
Delaware North offers a competitive salary range for this role, with a minimum anticipated base salary of $61,200 to a maximum of $82,600 per year. In addition to the base pay, employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on both individual and company performance or an uncapped sales incentive plan related to the role. The company is committed to rewarding excellence and exceeding expectations, encouraging candidates with advanced education, training, or extensive experience to apply.
Working at Delaware North means joining a team that values personal and professional development. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at various resorts and hotels. A flexible schedule accommodating business demands including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events is integral to this function. Delaware North’s culture emphasizes teamwork, growth, and the pursuit of excellence in hospitality. By taking on the Sous Chef role, you will have a significant opportunity to shape food service in a premier sports and entertainment environment while furthering your culinary career in a supportive and dynamic setting.
The role of Sous Chef at Delaware North Sportservice within Caesars Arena is a pivotal position responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in managing all culinary operations of the premium clubs. This high-volume kitchen environment demands exceptional leadership, culinary skills, and creativity. As a Sous Chef, you will oversee the culinary team to ensure efficient production, adherence to recipe standards, and the delivery of high-quality food that meets both company and customer expectations. You will play an active role in hiring, training, and mentoring culinary staff, fostering a cohesive and motivated team atmosphere. This position also involves critical responsibilities such as managing food and labor costs, scheduling, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
Delaware North offers a competitive salary range for this role, with a minimum anticipated base salary of $61,200 to a maximum of $82,600 per year. In addition to the base pay, employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on both individual and company performance or an uncapped sales incentive plan related to the role. The company is committed to rewarding excellence and exceeding expectations, encouraging candidates with advanced education, training, or extensive experience to apply.
Working at Delaware North means joining a team that values personal and professional development. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at various resorts and hotels. A flexible schedule accommodating business demands including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events is integral to this function. Delaware North’s culture emphasizes teamwork, growth, and the pursuit of excellence in hospitality. By taking on the Sous Chef role, you will have a significant opportunity to shape food service in a premier sports and entertainment environment while furthering your culinary career in a supportive and dynamic setting.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with management responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse culinary team
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain relevant food safety certifications such as ServSafe
- Capacity to work flexible hours including evenings holidays and weekends
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)
Job Location
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