Executive Chef - Audi Field Stadium
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
About Audi Field
Audi Field is Washington, D.C.’s premier soccer stadium and home to four professional teams: D.C. United (MLS), Washington Spirit (NWSL), DC Power FC, and DC Defenders (UFL). Located in the heart of the District, Audi Field hosts an exciting lineup of professional sports, international matches, concerts, and special events throughout the year.
The stadium welcomes thousands of guests each event day through a dynamic hospitality program that includes concessions, premium clubs, luxury suites, and private events—creating a fast-paced, high-energy environment for culinary and hospitality professionals.
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.
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.
Job Summary
Bring creativity to the plate and leadership to the kitchen. As Executive Chef, you will lead all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, innovative menu execution, and consistency across all dining experiences. You will oversee kitchen operations, maintain food safety standards, manage costs, and develop a high-performing culinary team while delivering memorable guest experiences
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire culinary teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences
- Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, local, and company food safety and sanitation standards
- Maintain recipes and ensure consistent execution of company standards
- Manage food and labor costs to achieve operational goals
- Forecast sales and develop pars, prep lists, and production schedules
- Train, mentor, and equip team members with the tools and information needed for success
- Collaborate with operations leadership to ensure seamless event execution
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience preferred
- At least 5 years of executive management leadership experience in fast-paced, high-volume culinary environments
- Advanced knowledge of food preparation, production, and presentation
- Experience managing food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls
- Proficiency with kitchen management systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent leadership and communication skills; able to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders across all levels
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and large-scale kitchen operations
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
- 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)
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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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