Sous Chef

Levy Restaurants; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 70,304 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Levy Restaurants at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Sous Chef to support the overall success of the food program and oversee culinary operations.

You will assist in planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation while upholding client culture, health regulations, and Levy standards for quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• 5 years of culinary experience with at least 1 year in management.
• Experience across diverse food service operations.
• Knowledge of food cost controls, quality, and presentation.
• ServSafe or Health Department certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in preparation and cooking of various items.
• Assist with menu planning and creation.
• Roll out culinary programs with marketing and culinary teams.
• Assist with cost controls and expenditure management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Supervisory/Coaching

Food safety & sanitation

MS Office (Excel)

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office, including Excel

Job description

Salary: $70,304 - $85,000

Location: Levi's Stadium - Santa Clara, CA.

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.

Levy Sector

Salary: $70,304 - $85,000

Location: Levi's Stadium - Santa Clara, CA.

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

Summary: As a Sous Chef at Levi’s Stadium, you are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions. The position entails assisting in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. This includes adhering to the client’s culture and guidelines, Health Department regulations, and company standards for food quality, freshness, and presentation. Working closely with union team members represented by UNITE HERE Local 19, the Sous Chef motivates, trains, develops, and directs back-of-house associates - fostering a collaborative environment that aligns with collective bargaining agreements while accomplishing operational objectives to the satisfaction of our guests, client, and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Assists with planning and creating menus.
• Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team.
• Assists with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related culinary experience including 1 year at the management level.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation.
• Ability to set up and distribute production sheets.
• Supervisory, leadership, training, management, and coaching skills.
• ServSafe or Department of Health Certification is preferred.
• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products including Excel.
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while performing administrative tasks.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods during event days.
• Ability to work in all weather elements.
• Ability to Lift/Push/Pull up to 50 pounds.
• Schedule Flexibility: Must be flexible with your schedule and available to attend/execute special events outside of normal work hours.
• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel as required. 30% Travel may be required during off seasons.

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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.

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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 accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, 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.

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