Sous Chef-Team Player Dining, Comerica Park

Delaware North • Detroit, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring a Sous Chef to join our team at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan . As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading the daily preparation and execution of high-performance meals for the Detroit Tigers players, staff and coaches, ensuring exceptional food quality. This is a year-round position that plays a critical role in fueling players both during the MLB season and in the off-season. If you have excellent culinary skills, an understanding of sports nutrition and strong leadership abilities, we encourage you to apply to this Sous Chef position.

Requirements

• 3+ years of culinary supervisory experience in a professional kitchen; sports, healthcare, or high-performance culinary settings preferred
• Strong understanding of culinary nutrition and performance fueling strategies
• Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor cost, menu development, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler certifications
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily preparation and execution of meals for the Detroit Tigers players, staff, and coaches (10-75 meals per service)
• Supervise and manage back-of-house prep, ensuring production efficiency, proper culinary techniques, and adherence to recipe standards
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring team members, while creating a cohesive work environment
• Set up and break down player buffet lines, hydration stations, and snack areas in the clubhouse
• Support food and labor cost management, prepare schedules, oversee inventory control, and manage ordering and receiving processes
• Collaborate with MLB Nutrition Coordinator to coordinate team catering orders when the team is on the road
• Contribute to recipe development and nutrition-forward menu innovation
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen in accordance with ServSafe and HACCP standards

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees