Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $56,800.00 - $76,700.00
Work Schedule
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
Friends-and-family discounts
Job Description
Delaware North Sportservice is a prestigious hospitality and food service company known for its exceptional culinary operations and guest services. Located at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, Delaware North has a rich history and a strong reputation for managing some of the most iconic sports and entertainment venues in New England. Founded over a century ago, Delaware North is a family-owned business that has grown into a global enterprise, offering diverse career opportunities in various sectors including hospitality, gaming, and stadium operations. The company is notably the owner and operator of TD Garden, the largest sports and entertainment arena in New England, hosting over 200 events each year and attracting more than 3.5 million visitors. This facility serves as home to the NHL's Boston Bruins and NBA's Boston Celtics, making it a central hub for sports fans and event attendees. Delaware North prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are valued members of a global legacy.
As a Sous Chef at Delaware North Sportservice working at TD Garden, you will play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef and leading the culinary team to deliver high-quality food experiences in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This position offers a competitive salary range of $56,800 to $76,700 per year, complemented by an annual bonus plan tied to both company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The company places a strong emphasis on nurturing the personal and professional growth of its employees, providing comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
In this role, you will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring culinary techniques are executed to perfection while maintaining strict adherence to recipe standards. You will manage food quality, safety, and sanitation while leading a diverse culinary team, fostering an environment that encourages learning and collaboration. Your responsibilities will extend to managing inventory, controlling food and labor costs, preparing schedules, and actively participating in menu development alongside the Executive Chef. The position demands strong leadership skills, creativity, and the ability to maintain an organized, safe, and efficient kitchen that aligns with company policies and health regulations.
The ideal candidate will bring at least three years of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities in a high-volume kitchen setting. Expertise in food presentation and recipe precision, along with the ability to motivate and train team members, is essential. Proficiency in computer applications such as Word and Excel, knowledge of food safety certifications like ServSafe, and flexibility in working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays are also required. Joining Delaware North offers a unique chance to be part of an esteemed legacy in hospitality, work in a vibrant and dynamic environment, and grow within a company that values diversity, offers competitive compensation, and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
As a Sous Chef at Delaware North Sportservice working at TD Garden, you will play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef and leading the culinary team to deliver high-quality food experiences in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This position offers a competitive salary range of $56,800 to $76,700 per year, complemented by an annual bonus plan tied to both company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The company places a strong emphasis on nurturing the personal and professional growth of its employees, providing comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.
In this role, you will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring culinary techniques are executed to perfection while maintaining strict adherence to recipe standards. You will manage food quality, safety, and sanitation while leading a diverse culinary team, fostering an environment that encourages learning and collaboration. Your responsibilities will extend to managing inventory, controlling food and labor costs, preparing schedules, and actively participating in menu development alongside the Executive Chef. The position demands strong leadership skills, creativity, and the ability to maintain an organized, safe, and efficient kitchen that aligns with company policies and health regulations.
The ideal candidate will bring at least three years of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities in a high-volume kitchen setting. Expertise in food presentation and recipe precision, along with the ability to motivate and train team members, is essential. Proficiency in computer applications such as Word and Excel, knowledge of food safety certifications like ServSafe, and flexibility in working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays are also required. Joining Delaware North offers a unique chance to be part of an esteemed legacy in hospitality, work in a vibrant and dynamic environment, and grow within a company that values diversity, offers competitive compensation, and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities
- Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking food presentation and precise recipe adherence
- Knowledge of food and labor cost management menu costing ordering inventory and food safety
- Proficient computer skills as required including Word and Excel
- Ability to obtain ServSafe Food Safety Handler and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
- Ability to work flexible schedule including days evenings holidays weekends and as needed
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
- 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 Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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