Executive Chef

Levy Restaurants; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early wage access)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy Restaurants in Tulsa Zoo is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations on-site. The leader will set menu standards, train staff, ensure safety, and represent the team at partner events and on social media. A seasoned food & beverage professional with strong coaching and commercial acumen is required.

The role emphasizes creativity, hospitality, and high-volume operation expertise to deliver unforgettable guest experiences within a dynamic venue environment.

Qualifications

• AS or equivalent experience in culinary management or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive kitchen management experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP practices.
• Hands-on chef with ability to coach a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Plans regular and modified menus according to guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safety, and equipment use.
• Maintains cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation schedules.
• Manages inventory and food costs within guidelines; ensures availability.
• Leads operations to ensure safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Staff training

Food safety

Cost controls

Software literacy

Education

AS or equivalent experience

Culinary degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kitchen management software

Job description

Position Title: Executive Chef

Levy Sector

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From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

For more information on what we are about as a company, check us out by following the link below: http://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/

Job Summary

Summary: The Executive Chef is the leader for all things culinary at Tulsa Zoo. From setting the menu standards to training team members to ensuring impeccable safety in operations to representing our team in social media & partner events. This leader will inspire creativity and demonstrate hospitality in all operations and interactions. Food is a central part of the guest experience and the Executive chef is the visionary behind that food. The ideal candidate will be an experienced food and beverage leader. A great coach with commercial acumen, who can get the best out of people and continually drive operational performance and execution.

• Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
• Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
• Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned
• Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed
• Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
• Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting
• Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate
• Demonstrate Levy Core Values in all actions: Be Nice, Innovative, Passionate, Inclusive.

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training
• Extensive catering experience a plus
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
• Institutional and batch cooking experiences
• Hands-on chef experience a must
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet
• Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities
• ServSafe certified

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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.

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

Associates Of Levy Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

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. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf