Title Executive Chef | Full-Time | Port Wentworth Ice Cove

Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally renowned leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Established in 2015, OVG has quickly risen to prominence by offering an extensive platform that encompasses venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company proudly operates seven world-class venues and collaborates with some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. Oak View Group's commitment to innovation and excellence in the entertainment industry makes it a premier destination for professionals passionate about driving impactful experiences in live events and hospitality sectors.\n\nThe Executive Chef position at Oak View Group's Port Wentworth Ice Cove location embodies a critical leadership role within the culinary operations of this widely respected organization. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary in the range of $70,000 to $75,000, coupled with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, and paid time off which includes vacation days, sick leave, and eleven paid holidays.\n\nAs the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for managing the culinary team, which is a vital department within the venue's food and beverage operations. This position demands a highly skilled professional capable of independently initiating all employment actions concerning the culinary staff such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion, and transfer. Your leadership will ensure the fostering of a positive, productive, and compliant work environment that supports employee relations and team harmony. The role requires you to have outstanding interpersonal skills, an ability to work flexible event-driven schedules including evenings and weekends, and the capacity to present yourself professionally at all times.\n\nYour oversight will extend to all aspects of daily kitchen activities aligned with Oak View Group's policies and business objectives. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring guest satisfaction by maintaining high culinary standards and operational efficiency. Key duties include supervising event planning support for culinary activities, scheduling staff effectively, controlling food costs, ensuring adherence to stringent food safety and sanitation standards, and managing cleaning and kitchen safety protocols. This role also calls for the training and mentoring of employees to maintain quality and consistency across all food outlets and event catering services. Your culinary expertise and operational acumen will help ensure the smooth running of all kitchen functions and directly contribute to the profitability and reputation of the venue.\n\nIn addition to daily management, you will also be responsible for developing menus that reflect Oak View Group's culinary vision, monitoring food production for quality and portion control, supervising kitchen setup and breakdown activities, managing kitchen equipment, and overseeing the delivery and setup of catering services. You will uphold rigorous standards to ensure all food served meets the company’s quality, temperature, appearance, and sanitation requirements.\n\nThis leadership role requires a balance of hands-on management and strategic oversight. You will lead by example, providing ongoing training, evaluation, motivation, and counseling to develop a results-oriented culinary staff. Promoting teamwork, communication, and strong employee relations are essential to fostering a positive atmosphere. You will coordinate employee work schedules and ensure all staff comply with venue policies including uniform standards. The role also involves administrative responsibilities such as maintaining kitchen records, including food inventory, invoicing, and break documentation.\n\nJoining Oak View Group means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to diversity, inclusion, and making a difference in the live entertainment industry. The company values diverse perspectives and celebrates inclusivity as a driver of innovation and excellence. The Executive Chef role at Port Wentworth Ice Cove is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional to contribute to a world-class entertainment venue where quality, leadership, and guest experience are paramount. This position will remain open until August 14, 2026, offering ample time for dedicated candidates to apply and become a part of Oak View Group’s exciting future.