EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF, CATERING- Wrigley Field - Compass Group, North America

Levy Sector






Salary: $78,000-$83,000


Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligible


Pay Grade: 14





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




The Catering Executive Sous Chef supervises and directs the activities of kitchen staff, ensuring the efficient preparation and service of food for catering events. This position works closely with the Sr. and Executive Chef to maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and profitability. The role includes managing staff, developing recipes, controlling food costs, and ensuring compliance with all safety and sanitation guidelines.


Supervisory Responsibilities:






+ Oversee the work of kitchen staff, ensuring efficient and profitable foodservice operations


+ Support the Sr. Executive Chef in the management of all kitchen activities, including training, hiring and performance evaluations


+ Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, appraising performance rewarding, disciplining, addressing complaints, and resolving issues


+ Work with catering manager and front of house team of set up and execution




Essential Functions and Responsibilities:






+ Monitor kitchen staff during food preparation to ensure recipes, portion sizes and garnishing follow standards


+ Participate in menu planning and food utilization strategies, taking into account guest preferences, menu trends, seasonal availability and allergens


+ Control food costs by managing portion sizes and kitchen efficiency


+ Ensure compliance with sanitation standards, including ServSafe and safety regulations


+ Test cooked food for taste and quality, ensuring compliance with recipes


+ Develop special dishes and write detailed recipes


+ Review menus, analyze recipes, and calculate food, labor, and overhead costs, assigning prices to menu items with the Executive Chef


+ Train new cooks and familiarize them with kitchen practices


+ Estimate food consumption, requisition ingredients, and ensure the kitchen is stocked with necessary supplies


+ Enforce nutrition, safety, and merchandising standards in the kitchen


+ Address and resolve customer concerns


+ Assign and supervise cleaning tasks to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment


+ Ensure the use of Webtrition for culinary standards and compliance


+ Schedule labor according to business needs and manage purchase compliance


+ Attend all culinary meetings as required


+ Uphold discipline to culinary programs and maintain adherence to culinary terminology



Skills and Experience:






+ A Culinary Degree is preferred


+ Minimum 3+ years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience


+ Hands-on chef experience, especially in high-volume and complex foodservice operations


+ Comprehensive knowledge of food trends, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation


+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), email, and internet tools




Essential Food Safety Practices:






+ Must posses a valid Food Handler's Permit


+ Must have or be willing to obtain Servsafe Certification


+ Adhere to HACCP policies and procedures






Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture (http://www.levyrestaurants.com/our-culture/)





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.


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


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


+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)


+ Associate Shopping Program


+ Health and Wellness Programs


+ Discount Marketplace


+ Identity Theft Protection


+ Pet Insurance


+ Commuter Benefits


+ Employee Assistance Program


+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)



Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.


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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.


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