Executive Sous Chef: High-Volume Catering Leader

Legends; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center in Wichita. This role supervises the daily operation of a high-volume catering program, guiding culinary and stewarding staff and ensuring consistent food production across kitchens and banquets.

The position requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience, 2-3 years in high-volume kitchen management, and Serve Safe certification.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in managing a high-volume/high-end restaurant kitchen.
• Experience in Banquet Catering.

Responsibilities

• Prepares per POS orders, carvery buffets, and catering functions.
• Collaborates with Catering Sales Manager on event meal plans.
• Manages delegating tasks and ensures completion efficiently.
• Orders, receives and prepares food items for catering and concessions operations.
• Maintains food costs and budget goals.
• Trains kitchen and stewarding staff, ensures Serve Safe compliance and health regulations.
• Maintains Health Department score of 90+.
• Oversees inventory and controls.
• Acts as Kitchen Lead in Executive Chef's absence.

Skills

Culinary management

Budgeting

Training staff

Serve Safe

English fluency

Excel

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

POS systems

Excel

Job description

Legends Global is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center in Wichita. This role supervises the daily operation of a high-volume catering program, guiding culinary and stewarding staff and ensuring consistent food production across kitchens and banquets.

The position requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience, 2-3 years in high-volume kitchen management, and Serve Safe certification.