Executive Sous Chef - George Steinbrenner Field

Legends; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports and entertainment is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations. This role involves managing kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with health standards, and creating innovative menus that delight guests. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in high-volume food service, showcasing exceptional managerial and financial skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering outstanding experiences in a vibrant environment where your contributions will be valued. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as an executive sous chef in a high-volume food industry.
• Degree or certification from an accredited culinary arts institute required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of all food outlet kitchens, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Plan innovative menus and maintain financial responsibility for menu mix.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Financial Analysis

Team Building

Communication Skills

Kitchen Sanitation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Degree from Culinary Arts Institute

Apprenticeship Certification

Job description

Job Category: Food & Beverage

Requisition Number: EXECU015739

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• Posted: April 14, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

POSITION: Executive Sous Chef

DEPARTMENT: Culinary

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed.

Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make Legends happen!

THE ROLE

Responsible for managing/overseeing production, operation, and sanitation aspects of all culinary and stewarding operations throughout Facility. The Executive Sous Chef will report to the Executive Chef.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• People and product focused hands-on management of day-to-day operations of all food outlet kitchens. Implements and enforces all departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Assures staff compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures.
• Managing associates utilizing Sous Chefs and Lead Cooks through planning and scheduling of work assignments and performance development. Administers corrective counseling process, training and development, appraisals, payroll accountability.
• Plan innovative menus, maintaining financial responsibility for the menu mix. Analyze menu and food costs and the preparation of cost and quality efficient menus/specials. Prepare reports regarding food and menu analysis.
• Prepare cost-saving annual budgets and ensure all fiscal responsibilities are met.
• Oversees inventory management to assure all outlets are adequately supplied at all times. Performs periodic inventory. Requisitioning and Purchasing. Maintains effective vendor relationships.
• Oversees the sanitation standards of all kitchens to assure compliance with local health department standards and company standards.
• Responsible for operation of the F&B department in the absence of the F&B Manager and Director of Operations.
• Direct interaction with high-level clients.
• Perform related duties as assigned by Management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends & ASM policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The ideal team member will have a degree or certification from an accredited culinary arts institute, or apprenticeship certification from the American Culinary Federation.
• At least three (3) to five (5) years of experience as an executive sous chef in a high-volume food industry.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies, quality, food, and labor costs.
• Must have excellent managerial, financial analysis, team building, and communication skills/customer service.
• Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized with the ability to learn new programs and procedures quickly.
• Must be proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be open to providing incidental or short-term support to other facilities in the event of a business emergency.
• Travel may be required.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.