Executive Chef

Compass Group USA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking an Executive Chef at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. You will lead all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, innovative menu execution, and consistent guest experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience and at least 5 years of executive leadership in high-volume settings. You will oversee cost controls, mentor a high-performing team, and collaborate with operations to deliver a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years executive management leadership in high-volume culinary settings.
• Experience in high-volume production and catering.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operations.
• Ability to manage food, labor costs, and inventory controls.
• Proficiency with kitchen management systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain recipes and ensure consistent execution of standards.
• Manage food and labor costs to meet goals.
• Forecast sales and develop pars, prep lists, and production schedules.
• Collaborate with operations leadership for seamless event execution.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Kitchen management

Cost control

Menu development

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Kitchen management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolisis the world’s largest children’s museum, offering interactive exhibits, educational experiences, and engaging programs for children and families. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the museum welcomes guests year-round and provides a dynamic environment that inspires learning, creativity, and discovery.

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

Bring creativity to the plate and leadership to the kitchen. As Executive Chef, you will lead all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, innovative menu execution, and consistency across all dining experiences. You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain food safety standards, manage costs, and develop a high‑performing culinary team while delivering memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, local, and company food safety and sanitation standards
• Maintain recipes and ensure consistent execution of company standards
• Manage food and labor costs to achieve operational goals
• Forecast sales and develop pars, prep lists, and production schedules
• Train, mentor, and equip team members with the tools and information needed for success
• Collaborate with operations leadership to ensure seamless event execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred
• At least 5 years of executive management leadership experience in fast-paced, high-volume culinary environments
• High volume production and catering experience is required
• Advanced knowledge of food preparation, production, and presentation
• Experience managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls
• Proficiency with kitchen management systems and Microsoft Office tools
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; able to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders across all levels
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operations

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

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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 responsibilities, 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.