Sous Chef, KeyBank Center

The Opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is searching for a skilled Sous Chef to join our team at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.

As Sous Chef, you will successfully manage and supervise the preparation of food and the kitchen team, ensuring everything leaving your kitchen is representative of the high standards that exist within Delaware North.

Our commitment to quality and innovation is matched only by our dedication to our team members' growth and success. The opportunities for career development are endless - from mentorship with renowned chefs to comprehensive training programs, your culinary career can heat up with a global hospitality company that operates in landmark locations.

Be part of creating unforgettable culinary experiences for fans and contribute to the energy that makes every game day memorable, apply today!

Minimum Anticipated Maximum Base Salary : $58458 - $66800 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan.

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position.

Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https : / / careers.delawarenorth.com / whatweoffer.

Benefits

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer :

• 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

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring, development, training, and mentoring of team and act as a resource to them
• Coach, counsel, and assist in conducting performance evaluations of the production team
• Assist in developing training and training programs for the production team
• Monitor staffing levels to minimize cost and increase productivity, recommend staffing needs according to business levels
• Maintain a team-oriented atmosphere

Qualifications

• Three years' culinary arts experience, including previous experience in a management role. More specifically experience in high-volume, quality-oriented restaurant or banquets department
• Excellent volume cooking skills, presentation skills, and palette
• Strong leadership and management skills working with a variety of team members of different skill levels and varied backgrounds
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and the kitchen computer production system
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and good listening skills
• Ability to handle many tasks at once and effectiveness in a fast-paced work environment with g ood decision-making skills and ability to pro-actively make changes as needed
• Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate business levels
• No degree required

Who We Are

Delaware North operates concessions, clubs, and suites for the NHL's Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center and has been a partner of the Sabres since 1970, the year the team was founded.

We manage concession outlets, suites, and clubs, including a members-only fine dining restaurant, at the 19,200-seat arena.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you.

We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.