Detroit Arena Sous Chef - Lead High-Volume Kitchen

Delaware North; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. You will lead the culinary team, ensure high-quality production, and help manage inventories and costs in a high-volume kitchen.

The role requires at least 3 years of supervisory culinary experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work a flexible schedule. Training for health/safety certifications is encouraged, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume operation.
• Excellent skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and recipe adherence; ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of monitoring food and labor costs, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and sanitation best practices.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate business levels.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper techniques, recipe adherence, and high-quality food.
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members to build a cohesive team.
• Support food and labor cost management, create schedules, oversee inventory, and manage ordering/receiving processes.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu design and recipe development.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen compliant with regulations and company policies.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Food safety & sanitation

Cost control & costing

Word & Excel

ServSafe cert prep

Job description

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. You will lead the culinary team, ensure high-quality production, and help manage inventories and costs in a high-volume kitchen.

The role requires at least 3 years of supervisory culinary experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work a flexible schedule. Training for health/safety certifications is encouraged, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.