Executive Chef, High-Volume Sports & Events

Delaware North; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition and/or certification reimburse

Friends-and-family discounts

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice at TD Garden in Boston, MA seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across concessions, clubs, suites, and events. Drive menu innovation, cost controls, and guest experiences for a venue hosting 200+ events annually.

The role requires 5–10 years of executive chef experience, Culinary Arts degree, ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications, and strong financial acumen. Relocation support is provided.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of Executive Chef leadership in high-volume, multi-concept operations.
• Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts; ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certs required.
• Strong financial and computer skills including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory control.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and events.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and develop culinary teams with operations and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations across concessions, clubs, catering, and events.
• Develop menus, recipes, portion specs, and standard procedures to uphold TD Garden's reputation.
• Manage financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, HACCP, OSHA, and allergen standards.
• Recruit, train, and retain a high-performing culinary team with a culture of excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

P&L knowledge

MS Office & POS systems

Team leadership and mentoring

Education

Culinary Arts degree

ServSafe certification

Food Safety Handler certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

POS systems

Job description

Delaware North Sportservice at TD Garden in Boston, MA seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across concessions, clubs, suites, and events. Drive menu innovation, cost controls, and guest experiences for a venue hosting 200+ events annually.

The role requires 5–10 years of executive chef experience, Culinary Arts degree, ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications, and strong financial acumen. Relocation support is provided.