Executive Chef (Advent Health Training Facility)

Legends Global • Tampa, FL

16d • Onsite

About The Position

LEGENDS GLOBAL Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us! THE ROLE The Executive Chef will lead the culinary team and work closely with the Bucs staff to maximize player health and performance. As a multi-disciplinary team member, the Executive Chef will work in collaboration with the Director of Performance Nutrition and the performance team, to provide fresh, local, sustainable, and nutrient dense meals tailored specifically to the needs of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers players and coaches. This culinarian will also provide proven tested recipes with each menu. This Executive Chef will be the face of Legends and the Tampa Bay Bucs at the Advent Health training facility for players, and team leadership.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an executive chef in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent menu planning and execution skills for various events and VIP operations.
• Excellent supervisory, leadership, hands-on management, and coaching skills.
• Experience with P&L and budgeting processes.
• Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies, quality, and managing food and labor costs.
• Creativity and innovation in menu planning and culinary execution.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• A willingness to contribute and support fellow team members with a hands-on approach as needed.
• Ability to work extended hours, including late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for requisitions, recipe reading, and communication with associates and leaders.
• Sufficient mobility to perform tasks, including reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull approximately 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Professional training through culinary education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Menu Management: Develop diverse menus catering to various tastes and dietary preferences. Regularly update menus with seasonal and trending items. Tested recipes with each menu
• Culinary Operations Management: Supervise and lead culinary staff, including sous chefs, cooks, and kitchen personnel. Oversee daily schedules and actively participate in event operations. Monitor food and labor costs.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Inventory and Cost Control: Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget goals. Write, cost, test, and update menu specifications and recipes.
• Work Environment and Team Development: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment. Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff to enhance skills and promote career growth.
• Resource Management: Make effective use of available resources, including time, labor, and materials. Assist in ensuring schedules align with forecasts.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness in back-of-house areas. Ensure proper handling of perishables and maintain equipment in working order.
• Event Coordination: Collaborate with event planners to execute successful culinary experiences for special events, private parties, and VIP functions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed