Executive Sous Chef

Executive Sous Chef

Location: Rate Field, Chicago, IL.

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 (base) + bonus eligible.

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: Turn up the heat in a high‑impact culinary leadership role! As an Executive Sous Chef, you will deliver cuisine that wows, lead with confidence, and drive culinary excellence. You’ll support food safety standards, inspire your team, and ensure every plate served makes a lasting impression.

• Execute recipes and presentations to meet company standards
• Maintain food safety and sanitation protocols
• Schedule and forecast team needs
• Order supplies and equipment based on business volume
• Train and mentor culinary team members
• Support Executive Chef and the Director of Operations in preventive maintenance planning

• 3-5 years experience in a culinary management role
• Culinary degree preferred
• Proficient in evaluating food quality and presentation
• Effective communication with team, guests, and leadership
• Experience managing and developing kitchen staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule – including days, evenings, weekends and holidays

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• 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.

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, and requirements. 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, in accordance 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 to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.