Executive Chef Marcus Performing Arts Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360‑degree solution set for a collection of world‑class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Executive Chef has the primary duty of managing the culinary team, a recognized department of the venue’s F&B operation. The Executive Chef will actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train and mentor employees in meeting company quality standards, and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion and transfer. The Executive Chef will actively and independently manage all aspects of employee relations to ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant and cooperative work environment.

The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing the direction of the kitchen’s daily activities in accordance with Oak View Group’s policies and objectives to ensure guest satisfaction, profitability and a positive, productive and compliant work environment. The Executive Chef is solely responsible for the effective management and operation of the culinary team including event planning support, scheduling, food preparation and production, food cost control, compliance with food safety and sanitation policies, cleaning, kitchen safety, employee training and supervision, and any other tasks assigned by the F&B Director.

The Executive Chef must provide a high level of oversight, culinary proficiency and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth running of all food outlets and events. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The Executive Chef must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event‑driven schedule which may include evenings and weekends.

Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills and self‑direction are required. This role pays an annual salary of $90,000–$100,000.

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Savings Plan; 401(k) matching; and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until May 1, 2026.

A mission‑based non in downtown Milwaukee, the Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) brings high‑quality arts and cultural programming to southeastern Wisconsin. Serving more than 200,000 people annually, MPAC brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region, including:

• Tony Award‑winning Broadway shows.
• Exceptional music, dance, and theatre events from artists in Milwaukee and around the world.
• Exciting community events & celebrations.
• Fun, educational experiences for young audiences.
• Private events, like weddings and meetings.

A fixture in Milwaukee for over 50 years, MPAC is home to four major resident companies:
Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet. MPAC is proud to be part of the Milwaukee Theater District as well as a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country. From our world‑class performances to inspiring community events, we hope your experience at the Marcus Performing Arts Center leaves you feeling transported and transformed.

• Responsible for managing, developing and mentoring staff of 35 full‑time and part‑time culinary employees, including initiating employment actions such as hiring, firing, and disciplining.
• Ensures event staff are aware of workplace expectations; provide on‑going assistance, training and mentoring to event staff; promote a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative workplace environment by working side‑by‑side with staff; reinforce procedures and practices through repetition; lead by example and provide on‑going constructive feedback.
• Responsible for ensuring that budgeted food percentages are achieved through effective control measures including portion controls, kitchen…