Executive Chef - Lead Culinary Team at Premier Venues

Oak View Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Oak View Group in Memphis is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team across our premium live entertainment venues. You will supervise, coach, and mentor staff, managing all hiring actions and employee relations to ensure a positive, compliant work environment and guest satisfaction.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, menu development, food cost control, sanitation, and event planning support, with a variable event-driven schedule including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of kitchen management experience in a full-service restaurant or events venue.
• Proven cost control and budgeting experience.
• Professional appearance and presentation.
• Ability to use MS Word/Excel/Outlook.
• Able to obtain food handler's card and alcohol service permit if required by state or local government.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and mentor a staff of 35+ culinary employees, including hiring and disciplinary actions.
• Provide ongoing training and feedback to event staff; uphold a positive work environment.
• Control food costs through portion controls, inventory, purchasing, and waste management.
• Schedule kitchen staff and coordinate cross-training and development.
• Ensure purchasing and preparation meet Oak View Group standards of quality and consistency.
• Develop menus and maintain concept quality and style.
• Monitor production, portions, timings, appearance, temperature, sanitation, and quality.
• Oversee kitchen setup, breakdown, and equipment maintenance; coordinate catering needs.

Skills

Kitchen management

Staff leadership

Food cost control

Event catering

Hiring & staffing

Food safety

Menu planning

Education

No specific degree required

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oak View Group in Memphis is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team across our premium live entertainment venues. You will supervise, coach, and mentor staff, managing all hiring actions and employee relations to ensure a positive, compliant work environment and guest satisfaction.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, menu development, food cost control, sanitation, and event planning support, with a variable event-driven schedule including nights and weekends.