Executive Sous Chef - Lumen Field

Compass Group•Seattle, WA

1d•$90,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 Executive Sous Chef is a key culinary leader at Lumen Field, responsible for driving operational excellence, culinary quality, and team development. This role partners closely with the Executive Chef and broader leadership team to deliver exceptional food experiences while maintaining strong financial and operational discipline. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader with a passion for hospitality, a commitment to high standards, and the ability to lead and inspire teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a culinary leadership role
Culinary degree preferred
Strong understanding of kitchen operations and financial fundamentals
High level of computer literacy
Passion for hospitality, food, and guest experience
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

Coach, mentor, and motivate culinary team members to perform at their best
Lead onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development for culinary staff
Conduct pre-shift meetings to set expectations and drive event readiness
Manage employee breaks and staffing to support team well-being
Address performance concerns through timely coaching and corrective action
Set and uphold standards for food quality, flavor, presentation, and consistency
Perform daily line checks to ensure adherence to culinary standards
Lead game day culinary operations and execution
Support menu development, recipe maintenance, and menu specifications
Create prep sheets, line layouts, chef table setups, and menu build diagrams
Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and Levy Core Signature standards
Oversee routine kitchen procedures including opening/closing checklists, temperature logs, cleaning schedules, waste tracking, and pest control
Monitor equipment maintenance and kitchen readiness
Support management of the culinary department budget
Monitor food costs, waste, and par levels to drive financial performance
Partner with purchasing to manage ordering, inventory, and end-of-month counts
Ensure accurate tracking of stock and cost controls
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and guest experience
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Support other Levy locations and special projects as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned