Sous Chef - Churchill Downs

Compass Group USA; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy, a Compass Group USA company, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations on assigned shifts, ensuring food quality and safety while guiding training and efficient production.

You will supervise a culinary team, maintain high standards, and support hospitality experiences across venues. Qualified candidates have 2–4 years supervisory culinary experience and a culinary degree preferred, with ServSafe preferred.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred.
• 2–4 years supervisory culinary experience.
• High-volume production experience.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations during assigned shifts.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards.
• Oversee employee training and production efficiency.

Skills

High-volume production

Supervisory experience

Food safety practices

ServSafe Certification

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

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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

Support exceptional culinary experiences through hands‑on leadership.

The Sous Chef supervises kitchen operations during assigned shifts while ensuring food quality, food safety, employee training, and efficient production.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred
• 2–4 years supervisory culinary experience
• High-volume production experience
• ServSafe® Certification preferred
• Knowledge of food safety practices

Key Responsibilities

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.