Executive Chef - Sloan Park

Levy Restaurants; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Levy Restaurants in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Executive Chef to lead stadium-wide kitchen operations with creativity and precision, ensuring cuisine exceeds guest expectations while meeting operational and cost goals. You will oversee multiple kitchens, guide culinary teams, and ensure safety, sanitation, and presentation excellence at all times.

You will lead and mentor culinary teams, maintain rigorous food safety standards, manage food and labor costs, forecast sales, develop pars and production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3-5 years as Executive Chef, with stadium/concessions exposure preferred.
• Experience overseeing multiple kitchens within a single venue, including forecasting, inventory, and operational consistency.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company food safety 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 across multiple kitchens.
• Train, mentor, and equip team members for success.
• Collaborate with operations leadership for seamless event execution.

Skills

Executive Chef experience (3-5 years)

Stadium/concessions experience

Leadership

Food safety and sanitation

Menu development

Food cost & inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience

Tools

Inventory systems

Forecasting & scheduling systems

Job description

Levy Sector

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

Bring your culinary vision to life! As Executive Chef, you will lead stadium-wide kitchen operations with creativity and precision, ensuring cuisine exceeds guest expectations while meeting operational and cost goals. You will oversee multiple kitchens, guide culinary teams, and ensure safety, sanitation, and presentation excellence at all times.

Key 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 across multiple kitchens
• Train, mentor, and equip team members with the tools and information needed for success
• Collaborate with operations leadership to ensure seamless event execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred
• 3-5 years as Executive Chef
• Experience in stadium/concessions highly desirable
• Proven success overseeing multiple kitchens within a single venue, including forecasting, inventory, and operational consistency
• Strong technology literacy; able to effectively use business systems for ordering, inventory, scheduling, expense and waste tracking, and communication
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; able to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders across all levels
• Experience with menu development, food costing, and inventory management
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operations

Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely.

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable acc accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsiblities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.