Chef de Cuisine

Levy Restaurants; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Levy Restaurants at Lumen Field seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead our kitchen with creativity, precision, and passion on-site. You will oversee daily culinary operations, ensure exceptional food quality and presentation, support menu execution, and uphold safety standards.

This on-site role reports to the Executive Chef and requires a strong leadership presence to build a high-performing team and deliver memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training.
• Progressive experience in high-volume foodservice or hospitality kitchens.
• Supervisory or kitchen leadership experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• ServSafe Manager Certification.
• WA State Food Worker permit.
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare and execute menus to Levy standards.
• Supervise and develop culinary team members.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and product quality.
• Monitor labor and food cost goals.
• Partner with operations leadership to execute events successfully.
• Ensure consistent presentation and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Supervisory experience

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Salary: $125,000 - $138,000

Levy Sector

Salary: $125,000 - $138,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible

Pay Grade: 14

Location: Lumen Field (fully onsite role)

Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy's diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

Join our culinary leadership at Lumen Field! We are looking for someone to lead our kitchen with creativity, precision, and passion. As the Chef de Cuisine for Levy at Lumen Field, you will oversee daily culinary operations, execute exceptional food quality and presentation, support menu execution, maintain food safety standards, and develop a high-performing kitchen team while delivering memorable guest experiences. This fully on-site role reports to the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training
• Progressive experience in high-volume foodservice or hospitality kitchens
• Supervisory or kitchen leadership experience required
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• ServSafe Manager Certification
• WA State Food Worker permit
• Experience with inventory management, purchasing, and cost control

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations
• Prepare and execute menus to Levy standards
• Supervise and develop culinary team members
• Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance
• Manage inventory, ordering, and product quality
• Monitor labor and food cost goals
• Partner with operations leadership to execute events successfully
• Ensure consistent presentation and guest satisfaction

Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture

At Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsiblities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.