Sous Chef (Superdome New Orleans)

Legends operates within the vibrant hospitality sector, delivering exceptional culinary experiences at venues renowned for hosting large-scale events. Situated at the esteemed Caesars Superdome, Legends provides a unique blend of culinary innovation and event management excellence. This employer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. As a federal contractor, Legends upholds equal opportunity employment and affirmative action policies.

The Executive Sous Chef position at Legends is a pivotal role centered on supporting the culinary operations under the guidance of the Executive Sous Chef. This role bears responsibility for overseeing all aspects of food production, operational effectiveness, and sanitation within both culinary and stewarding departments. The individual in this position will directly influence the quality of food service at major events, ensuring adherence to Banquet Event Orders and maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness and safety in compliance with health regulations.

In addition to managing daily kitchen activities, this role extends to training kitchen and stewarding staff, including ensuring all members comply with Serve-Safe certification requirements and local health department regulations. The Executive Sous Chef must maintain a Health Department score of 90 or higher, demonstrating a strong commitment to food safety and operational hygiene.

Financial oversight plays a significant part in this role as well; the individual must manage food costs effectively to meet budget goals and assist with inventory control and monthly stock assessments. The responsibility also includes attending in-house meetings related to event coordination and communicating any immediate changes across relevant departments. Equipment maintenance and cleanliness are critical tasks, requiring the Executive Sous Chef to supervise annual maintenance schedules for kitchen tools and appliances.

The position demands a seasoned culinary professional with a minimum of four years experience in banquet settings, known for producing meals at large-scale events. Beyond technical skills, the ideal candidate must excel in communication, organization, and interpersonal relations, supporting a collaborative and customer-service-oriented kitchen environment. Creativity in food presentation and the ability to multitask with precision are highly valued traits.

Competitive compensation is offered, reflecting the candidate’s experience, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, and participation in a 401k plan. The role is onsite at the Caesars Superdome, presenting a dynamic work environment within one of the most iconic event locations.

This role is essential to Legends' mission of delivering memorable culinary events that consistently exceed guest expectations. It offers unique opportunities to work within an influential hospitality community, engaging with local professional associations and contributing to the operational success of premier events. The Executive Sous Chef’s leadership is vital to upholding the venue’s reputation for excellence and delivering superior guest experiences consistently at the Caesars Superdome.