Overview

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking an experienced and innovative Executive Chef of Restaurants to join our team at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. In this high-profile leadership role, you will oversee culinary operations across multiple restaurants in and around the arena, leading talented culinary teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests attending premier sports and entertainment events.

If you're a passionate culinary leader with a track record of success in high-volume hospitality environments and are ready to elevate your career with a global hospitality company, apply today and help shape the future of dining at Little Caesars Arena.

Additional Details

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
Paid vacation days and holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

Unit Description

Delaware North is the food, beverage, and retail provider at Little Caesars Arena. The 20,000-seat venue opened in 2017 and is home of the NHL's Detroit Red Wings and the NBA's Detroit Pistons. We provide a full accompaniment of services, including concessions and premium dining services in a variety of innovative club areas, loge boxes, and suites.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, and mobilize kitchen and service teams
Develop and maintain recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures; determine purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items
Prepare operational reports; highlight progress, adverse trends, and make recommendations for success
Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company and health department policies, regulations, and standards
Possess working knowledge of company invoice tracking, labor tracking, schedule preparation, food cost management, labor cost management, inventory control, and hiring, counseling, and termination policies

Qualifications

Minimum two years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume industry-leading concept with five years' culinary experience in established restaurants.
Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts preferred; ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required
Strong financial and computer skills; experience working with and understanding of P&Ls and budgeting; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and point-of-sale (POS) systems
Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs
Proven ability to lead team members clearly and concisely while positively influencing behavior and performance

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