BANQUET CHEF

Levy Sector

LOCATION: The American Airlines Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in downtown Dallas, Texas. The arena serves as the home of the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League and Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.

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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.

Job Summary

As a Banquet Chef, you will create extraordinary dining experiences by leading and overseeing all banquet culinary operations at the American Airlines Center. You will ensure every dish meets our high standards of flavor, presentation, and consistency, managing the kitchen team to achieve excellence for events of all sizes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations for all banquet events, ensuring quality and consistency

• Develop and maintain banquet menus in alignment with brand standards

• Coordinate with event planners to meet guest expectations and unique needs

• Ensures the kitchen team has the necessary equipment and supplies

• Contributes to sales growth through product selection, execution, pricing and creative development

• Achieves purchasing, scheduling and culinary standards

• Achieves all assigned cost goals

• Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale

• Additional responsibilities, as needed

• Supporting other Levy locations, as needed

Job Requirements

• 3+ years of minimum experience as a Banquet Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role

• A culinary degree is preferred

• High level of computer literacy

• Understanding of financial concepts

• Proficiency in kitchen equipment, inventory management, and cost control

• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

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

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• 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 (~~~) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1368404

Levy Sector

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