Executive Chef — Premium Club Kitchen Leader

Delaware North; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

Parental bonding leave

Tuition reimbursement

Friends & family discounts

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for the Truss Club at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI. You will own the premium club kitchen, bringing creativity, leadership, and a focus on quality and presentation to every dining experience.

You will guide menu planning, development, and premium food presentations, while coaching the culinary team and maintaining high standards for consistency and guest satisfaction on game days and events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant, premium hospitality, club, hotel, catering, or sports and entertainment environment.
• Strong hands-on cooking skills with the ability to lead by example during prep and service.
• Experience with premium food presentation and high-volume execution, including buffets, action stations, and special events.
• Working knowledge of menu development, food costing, ordering, inventory, labor management, sanitation, and recipe standards.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt during service and events.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related operating systems.
• ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required, or the ability to obtain them.
• Culinary degree or certificate preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, game days, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations for Truss Club, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, timing, and execution.
• Lead, develop, and coach the culinary team, including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Lead menu planning and culinary development for Truss Club in collaboration with the stadium’s culinary leadership, including seasonal offerings, recipe development, and premium food presentations.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, portions, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
• Oversee daily production, preparation, station setup, service flow, and post-event breakdown.
• Manage food and labor costs through effective scheduling, ordering, inventory control, waste reduction, and product utilization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen in compliance with company and health department standards.
• Monitor food quality and presentation during service, making real-time adjustments to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Partner with front-of-house leaders to deliver a seamless premium club experience.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Team coaching

Food safety

High-volume service

Education

Culinary degree or certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for the Truss Club at American Family Field in Milwaukee, WI. You will own the premium club kitchen, bringing creativity, leadership, and a focus on quality and presentation to every dining experience.

You will guide menu planning, development, and premium food presentations, while coaching the culinary team and maintaining high standards for consistency and guest satisfaction on game days and events.