About this opportunity
Delaware North lists this Sous Chef opportunity in detroit, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The opportunity
Delaware North Sportservice is searching for a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team for the Players Club at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. In this role, you will help lead kitchen operations in one of the arena‘s premier hospitality spaces, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests while supporting menu execution, food quality, and team leadership. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced sports and entertainment environment and is passionate about creating memorable guest experiences.
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
Culinary experience in high-end or fine dining restaurant, upscale country club or catering and events is desirable
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
M-F
Evenings as needed
Events
Who we are
Delaware North is the food, beverage, and retail provider at Little Caesars Arena. The 20,000-seat venue opened in 2017 and is home of the NHL‘s Detroit Red Wings and the NBA‘s Detroit Pistons. We provide a full accompaniment of services, including concessions and premium dining services in a variety of innovative club areas, loge boxes, and suites.
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.
Worksite address
detroit, MI, 48228, US
Who can apply
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