Sous Chef, Comerica Park

About the role

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
• Experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, high-end catering and events, or country club settings is highly 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 cost, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Able to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of culinary experience with previous supervisory responsibilities in a large production kitchen or high-volume food and beverage operation
• Experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, high-end catering and events, or country club settings is highly 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 cost, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Able to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels

Skills

• High-volume cooking
• Food presentation
• Precise recipe adherence
• Leadership and coaching abilities
• Cost monitoring and management
• Menu design and recipe development
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel)

Benefits

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.

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

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

Experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, high-end catering and events, or country club settings is highly 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 cost, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation

Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel

Able 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

Weekends

Who We Are

We are Delaware North, a global leader in hospitality services. We operate concessions, premium dining, and retail services at iconic venues like Comerica Park, home of the MLB's Detroit Tigers. Since 1930, we've partnered with the Tigers to provide exceptional dining experiences. Our chefs create unique menus that offer a full view of the field, emphasizing Detroit-inspired fare for every game. We're committed to providing a supportive work environment and investing in our team members' careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.