Executive Chef: Lead Dynamic, High-Volume Sports Dining

Compass Group, North America; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Levy Sector at Daytona International Speedway leads all culinary operations to deliver exceptional food quality and innovative menu execution across dining experiences. The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations, food safety, and cost management while developing a high-performing culinary team.

You will ensure consistent standards and guest satisfaction at NASCAR venues, with opportunities to influence menus and service at multiple sites. Travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Skills

Executive leadership

Team leadership

Food safety

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Kitchen management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Levy Sector at Daytona International Speedway leads all culinary operations to deliver exceptional food quality and innovative menu execution across dining experiences. The Executive Chef oversees kitchen operations, food safety, and cost management while developing a high-performing culinary team.

You will ensure consistent standards and guest satisfaction at NASCAR venues, with opportunities to influence menus and service at multiple sites. Travel up to 20% is required.