Title Sous Chef | Full-Time | Kansas Athletics Performance Dining

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, established in 2015. The company operates a diverse platform that spans venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. OVG oversees a collection of seven world-class owned venues and manages a prestigious client roster featuring some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. Renowned for innovation and excellence in live event experiences, OVG prides itself in delivering superior quality services and cutting-edge facilities that set industry standards worldwide.

Among its significant operational locations is the University of Kansas Performance Dining, housed within celebrated venues such as Allen Fieldhouse – the iconic home of Kansas men’s and women’s basketball teams, and David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, a historic football stadium and the centerpiece of the KU Gateway District redevelopment. The venue is complemented by Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena, Rock Chalk Park Track & Field Stadium, Soccer Stadium, and Hoglund Ballpark, combining a dynamic sports atmosphere with exceptional hospitality amenities. This intersection of sports tradition and hospitality excellence offers an exciting and impactful environment for culinary professionals.

The Sous Chef role at Kansas Athletics Performance Dining is a critical position pivotal to the effective and profitable operation of this prestigious venue. This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 and demands a proactive leader capable of supervising culinary staff, coaching and mentoring employees, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and fostering a positive and cooperative work environment. The Sous Chef will actively and independently manage all aspects of employee relations and kitchen operations, including scheduling, food preparation, inventory management, and compliance with all safety and sanitation requirements.

Candidates for this position must be prepared to work a variable, event-driven schedule, including evenings and weekends, reflecting the dynamic nature of the venue's activities. Outstanding interpersonal skills, professional presentation, and self-direction are essential, alongside strong management and independent decision-making capabilities. The individual will work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain quality, consistency, and service excellence, contributing directly to an exceptional food experience enjoyed by athletes, staff, and guests.

The role encompasses supervision of line set-up, buffet and beverage areas, food preparation, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards in all kitchen operations. The Sous Chef is responsible for training kitchen staff to meet company expectations and standards consistently, supporting a harmonious work environment. Additional duties include documentation, personnel management in collaboration with Human Resources, and continual process improvement, all while contributing positively to the venue’s thriving, high-energy operations.

As part of Oak View Group, the Sous Chef benefits from a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and fosters collaboration to drive innovation and excellence. This position also offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan with matching, and paid time off covering vacation, sick days, and eleven holidays. Committed to equal opportunity, OVG embraces diversity and ensures a non-discriminatory hiring environment to build teams reflective of the communities they serve.