Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Team Growth

Compass Group USA; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off

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 for locations in the Orlando Market, leading culinary strategy from menu standards to team training and social media visibility.

This role centers on food innovation, coaching, and operational excellence, with a focus on delivering memorable guest experiences while driving financial performance. Training at Kia Center for six months precedes transition to Camping World Stadium.

Qualifications

• 5+ leadership experience in a culinary leadership position.
• Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products.
• A culinary degree is preferred.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Understanding of financial concepts.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the use of social media is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best.
• Identifying opportunities and driving improvements in both the food and financial performance.
• Overseeing all aspects of a safe and sanitary culinary department.
• Working closely with the purchasing and finance teams to develop an offer that delivers financially and delights our guests.
• Building and developing the on-site culinary team.
• Overseeing menu design and updates in line with food trends and internal data, cost of goods, and popularity.
• Delivery of pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events.
• Managing culinary department budget.

Skills

Leadership

Food & beverage leadership

Computer literacy

Finance understanding

Interpersonal skills

Social media experience

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

Levy is seeking an Executive Chef for locations in the Orlando Market, leading culinary strategy from menu standards to team training and social media visibility.

This role centers on food innovation, coaching, and operational excellence, with a focus on delivering memorable guest experiences while driving financial performance. Training at Kia Center for six months precedes transition to Camping World Stadium.