Executive Chef: Lead Innovative Sports Venue Kitchens

Compass Group, North America; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Job summary

Levy Sector at the University of Oklahoma seeks an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, ensure exceptional food quality, and drive innovative menu execution across dining experiences. You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain safety standards, and develop a high-performing culinary team while delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role requires 5+ years of executive culinary leadership, strong knowledge of kitchen operations, and proficiency with kitchen management systems

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

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Kitchen management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Levy Sector at the University of Oklahoma seeks an Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations, ensure exceptional food quality, and drive innovative menu execution across dining experiences. You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain safety standards, and develop a high-performing culinary team while delivering memorable guest experiences.

The role requires 5+ years of executive culinary leadership, strong knowledge of kitchen operations, and proficiency with kitchen management systems