The opportunity
Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo New York. As a Sous Chef you will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in managing high-volume kitchen operations ensuring exceptional food quality and leading the culinary team. If you have excellent culinary skills creativity and strong leadership abilities we encourage you to apply and help inspire and develop our team.
Pay
Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Base Salary 62354 - 66800 year
In addition to base salary we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances where a candidate has education training or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at httpscareers.delawarenorth.combenefits.
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
401k 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 andor 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
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 supervisory 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 cost 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
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Who we are
Delaware North operates concessions clubs and suites for the NHLs Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center and has been a partner of the Sabres since 1970 the year the team was founded. We manage concession outlets suites and clubs including a members-only fine dining restaurant at the 19200-seat arena.
Our business is all about people and that includes you. At Delaware North youre not just part of a team - youre 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 cant 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 youre interested in restaurants hotels sports gaming operations or retail part-time or full-time were invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together were 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.
Delaware North is one of the largest and most admired, privately-held hospitality companies in the world. Founded and owned by the Jacobs family for nearly 100 years, it is a global leader in hospitality and food service with operations in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurants and catering, parks, resorts, gaming and specialty retail industries. Its portfolio includes high-profile venues ranging from sports stadiums, entertainment complexes, national parks, restaurants, airports, and some of the top regional casinos in the country. The company also owns a selection of award-winning destination resorts, as well as a series of premium restaurants and catering services that are leaders in the industry. Delaware North has annual revenue exceeding $3 billion with 60,000 employee associates serving half a billion guests in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.