Senior Executive Chef | Lead Culinary Vision & Team

Compass Group USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary vision at our high-end sports and entertainment venues in New York. You will set menu standards, train the on-site team, and represent Levy’s food experience publicly.

The role requires 5+ years in senior culinary leadership, a track record in large-volume operations, and strong financial acumen. A culinary degree is preferred, and you will work closely with purchasing and finance to optimize cost, quality, and

Qualifications

• 5+ leadership experience in a Senior culinary leadership position.
• Experience in a high-end, large volume, multi-unit business environment is preferred.
• Expertise in tasting and evaluating food and beverage products.
• A culinary degree is preferred.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Understanding of financial concepts.
• Passion for hospitality, food, and retail.

Responsibilities

• Proactively coaching and motivating team members to deliver their best.
• Identifying opportunities and driving improvements in both the food and financial performance.
• Overseeing all aspects of a safe and sanitary culinary department.
• Working closely with purchasing and finance teams to develop an offer that delivers financially and delights our guests.
• Building and developing the on-site culinary team.
• Working closely with regional and Home Office culinary teams to evolve the food experience for guests.
• Delivery of pre-shift meetings to set the tone for events.
• Ensuring all elements of food ordering, delivery, prep, transportation, and service meet high standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Culinary leadership

Team coaching

Cost management

Food quality

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Senior Executive Chef to lead culinary vision at our high-end sports and entertainment venues in New York. You will set menu standards, train the on-site team, and represent Levy’s food experience publicly.

The role requires 5+ years in senior culinary leadership, a track record in large-volume operations, and strong financial acumen. A culinary degree is preferred, and you will work closely with purchasing and finance to optimize cost, quality, and