Job SummaryThe Executive Chef leads all culinary operations across the United Center, overseeing concessions, premium suites, and group sales in a high-volume, event-driven environment. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality, driving innovation, and ensuring consistent execution across all service areas while leading a team of salaried chefs and managers.
Key Responsibilities- Direct all culinary operations for concessions, suites, premium dining, and group sales
- Provide strategic leadership to a team of five salaried chefs/managers and broader culinary staff
- Ensure consistent execution of menus with a focus on quality, efficiency, and scalability
- Lead menu development, culinary innovation, and concept evolution across all platforms
- Oversee staffing, training, and performance management of culinary leadership teams
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
- Drive financial performance through food costing, inventory management, labor planning, and waste reduction
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and guest experience teams to enhance offerings and execution
- Establish and uphold culinary standards, processes, and best practices across all venues
Qualifications- 7+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, with Executive Chef experience required
- Proven success in high-volume environments such as stadiums, arenas, hotels, or large-scale banquet operations
- Strong leadership ability with experience managing multiple salaried leaders and large teams
- Expertise in multi-outlet operations, including concessions and premium dining
- Excellent organizational, communication, and financial management skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, event-driven environments with shifting priorities
- Flexible schedule required-must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and late-night events
Why This RoleA senior leadership opportunity within one of the world's premier sports and entertainment venues, offering the chance to influence large-scale culinary strategy, lead high-performing teams, and shape the guest experience across multiple service platform
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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
