Sous Chef, Bridgestone Arena, Restaurants

Delaware North; Nashville (TN); In loco; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition and/or professional cert. Reim

Friends-and-family discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Delaware North Sportservice at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN seeks an experienced Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple outlets and high-volume events. You will supervise a diverse team, manage costs, and contribute to upscale dining and VIP catering.

The role requires 3+ years of culinary leadership, strong menu and costing skills, proficiency in Word/Excel, and relevant safety certifications. Flexible scheduling is essential in a fast-paced venue setting.

Competenze

• Minimum of 3 years culinary experience with previous management responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation.
• Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence, with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor costs, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications.
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels.

Mansioni

• Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members, while creating a cohesive work environment
• Support food and labor cost management, prepare schedules, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development, utilizing expertise in costing and writing bulk recipes
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies

Conoscenze

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Food presentation

Team leadership / mentoring

Menu costing / recipe development

Food safety knowledge

Word and Excel

Formazione

ServSafe Certification

Food Safety Handler Certification

Training for Intervention Procedures

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, where no two days are the same. This unique opportunity combines the pace and creativity of à la carte restaurant service with the energy of concerts, sporting events, private functions, and premium hospitality experiences.

As a Sous Chef, you'll help lead culinary operations across multiple dining outlets while supporting upscale restaurant service and executing high-volume events for thousands of guests. From crafting exceptional plated dishes in our restaurants to delivering seamless culinary experiences for VIP receptions, catered events, and sold-out shows, you'll play a key role in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

We're looking for a hands-on culinary leader who excels in a fast-paced environment, enjoys the variety of both restaurant and event operations, and is passionate about developing teams while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and execution.

If you have experience in upscale à la carte dining, banquet operations, or both, this is your chance to take your culinary career to the next level!

What we offer

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

What will you do?

• Supervise and lead the culinary team, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, adherence to recipe standards, and high-quality food preparation
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members, while creating a cohesive work environment
• Support food and labor cost management, prepare schedules, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development, utilizing expertise in costing and writing bulk recipes
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies

More about you

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous management responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
• Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence, with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team
• Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor costs, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels

Shift details

Days
Evenings
Holidays
Weekends

Who we are

Delaware North is the concessions and retail partner at Bridgestone Arena dating back to 1996. The multipurpose venue is home to the NHL's Nashville Predators. We manage concession outlets and four clubs, including an exclusive lounge offering an all-inclusive food and beverage experience.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.