Executive Chef | Alamo Dome

ASM Global-SMG F&B Texas Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Job summary

ASM Global-SMG F&B Texas Inc. is seeking an experienced Executive Chef for the Alamo Dome in San Antonio, TX. This pivotal role involves designing and executing menus, managing day-to-day culinary operations, and leading a skilled kitchen team.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 8 years of experience in banquet or catering settings, strong communication skills, and a commitment to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, along with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of culinary experience in similar environments.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the facility’s menu offering.
• Manage day-to-day culinary operations.
• Supervise all kitchen personnel.

Skills

Culinary experience

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Creativity in food presentations

Knowledge of Health Codes

Education

Serve-Safe certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Catering software

Inventory management software

Job description

Executive Chef – Alamo Dome

The Executive Chef is responsible for the design and execution of the facility’s menu offering and managing the day‑to‑day culinary operations. The individual will work as an integrated member of the Alamo Dome and lead the food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Ordering, receiving, and preparing all food items.
• Maintaining food costs and budget goals.
• Producing required product according to Banquet Event Orders for each event.
• Developing proposals for potential clients, including tastings for larger plated events, and entertaining prospective clients of the complex.
• Reporting daily to the General Manager on event‑by‑event costs.
• Maintaining an active role in the local hospitality community and professional associations.
• Attending in‑house event‑related meetings and relaying immediate changes with other departments.
• Developing and costing menus for banquets, concessions, and other projects.
• Maintaining all kitchen equipment cleanliness and annual maintenance.
• Participating in promotional media related events to promote the facility.
• Hiring and training all kitchen and stewarding staff, including Serve Safe and Health Department regulations.
• Managing culinary and stewarding personnel to meet labor and production objectives.
• Giving oversight and direction to retail production and deliverability.
• Maintaining a Health Department score of 90 or higher.
• Providing daily contact with the General Manager and other Legends Alamo Dome employees.
• Maintaining regular contact with all catering managers and banquet and concessions staff.
• Supporting and developing area wide sustainability programs, training initiatives, and ensuring the highest levels of culinary standards.
• Collaborating with the General Manager to maintain OGSM policies and goals and ensuring a high level of field support.
• Directly supervising all kitchen personnel, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of culinary experience in a banquet, hotel, private club, or convention center atmosphere.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Strong orientation to customer service and ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
• Results‑oriented with the ability to meet required budgetary goals.
• Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.
• Creativity with food presentations while maintaining a quality product.
• Knowledge of local Health Codes and sanitation HACCP.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office programs, catering software, scheduling systems, product ordering software, inventory management software, and POS software.
• Serve‑Safe certification.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site Alamo Dome | San Antonio, TX

Physical demands include the typical responsibilities of a culinary professional, with reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities.

Notes: The essential responsibilities of this position are described above; they may be subject to change at any time.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.