Culinary Supervisor, Nationwide Arena

Delaware North; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition and/or professional certif.

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice in Columbus, OH is hiring a part-time Culinary Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations at Nationwide Arena. The role requires a background as a line cook with supervisory experience and a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction.

You will supervise team members, maintain kitchen cleanliness, manage food storage and costs, and work opening, closing, and side duties in a fast-paced arena environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a line cook, including supervisory experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and lead in a fast-paced environment.
• Attentive and detail-oriented with basic math to follow recipes and portions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all team members and ensure food preparation and production meets quality standards.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of walk-ins and freezers and ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order.
• Effectively supervise proper breakdown, rotation, labeling, dating, and storage of food.
• Perform opening, closing and side work duties.
• Help maintain food cost within parameters set by culinary leadership.
• Partner with team members and restaurant managers to satisfy guests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Math skills

Education

No degree required

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring part‑time Culinary Supervisors to join our team at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Our ideal Culinary Supervisor is an experienced Cook who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment, taking pride in delivering exceptional food service and culinary excellence to our guests.

Pay

$21.00 - $25.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What We Offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well‑being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive:

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid vacation days and holidays
• paid parental bonding leave
• employee assistance program
• tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement

What will you do?

• Supervise all team members and ensure food preparation and production meets quality standards
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of walk‑ins and freezers and ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order
• Effectively supervise proper breakdown, rotation, labeling, dating, and storage of food
• Perform opening, closing and side work duties
• Actively work to maintain food cost within parameters set by culinary leadership
• Partner with team members and restaurant managers to satisfy guests

More About You

• No college degree required
• At least two years' experience as a line cook, including supervisory experience
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and lead in a fast-paced environment
• Attentive and detailed oriented
• Basic math skills with an ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity is sufficient to chop, mix, blend, whip, etc. a variety of foods and liquids
• Ability to lift and carry large pans from ovens or freezers, weighing up to 50 lbs
• Standing and walking for the entire length of the shift

Shift details

• Days
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Events

Who We Are

Delaware North operates concessions, premium dining, and retail at Nationwide Arena since dating back to the year 2000. The 18,500-seat venue is home to the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, and hosts concerts and events. We manage concession outlets, including diner-themed stands that offer traditional arena fares such as hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, and a variety of beers featuring local Ohio breweries. Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success. Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part‑time or full‑time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.