Executive Sous Chef: Stadium Catering

Levy Restaurants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Levy Restaurants at Wrigley Field is seeking an Executive Sous Chef, Catering to lead high-volume event catering. You will supervise kitchen staff, collaborate with senior chefs, plan menus, and manage food quality, safety, and cost controls to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary excellence, and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced sports venue environment. Prior supervisory experience and a culinary degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• A Culinary Degree is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience.
• Hands‑on chef experience, especially in high-volume and complex foodservice operations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), email, and internet tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and supervise staff to ensure efficient foodservice.
• Participate in menu planning and cost-conscious food utilization strategies.
• Train new cooks and familiarize them with kitchen practices.
• Monitor portions, garnishing, and adherence to recipes and standards.
• Manage labor scheduling and compliance with procurement.

Skills

Culinary/kitchen management

Hands-on chef

High-volume operations

Food cost controls

Sanitation knowledge

Presentation

Office software

Education

Culinary Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Levy Restaurants at Wrigley Field is seeking an Executive Sous Chef, Catering to lead high-volume event catering. You will supervise kitchen staff, collaborate with senior chefs, plan menus, and manage food quality, safety, and cost controls to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, culinary excellence, and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced sports venue environment. Prior supervisory experience and a culinary degree are preferred.