Executive Chef – High-Volume Arena & Events

Compass Group USA; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Job summary

Levy is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at a premier venue in Oklahoma City. You will ensure top-tier food quality, innovative menus, and consistent guest experiences across dining experiences.

The role requires managing kitchen operations, upholding food safety standards, and driving cost efficiency while building a high-performing culinary team. You will oversee menu execution, training, and collaboration with events and operations teams to deliver memorable

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.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Executive management

Food safety

Cost control

Kitchen management

Vendor relations

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Kitchen management systems

Job description

Levy is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at a premier venue in Oklahoma City. You will ensure top-tier food quality, innovative menus, and consistent guest experiences across dining experiences.

The role requires managing kitchen operations, upholding food safety standards, and driving cost efficiency while building a high-performing culinary team. You will oversee menu execution, training, and collaboration with events and operations teams to deliver memorable