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Executive Chef, Truss Club at American Family Field

Delaware North Companies Inc

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago

    Highlights

    Lead menu planning and culinary development for Truss Club in collaboration with the stadium's culinary leadership, including seasonal offerings, recipe development, and premium food presentations. Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant, premium hospitality, club, hotel, catering, or sports and entertainment environment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMilwaukee, WI
    IndustryHotels and Lodging
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1915
    Websitehttps://www.delawarenorth.com/

    Description

    The opportunity

    Delaware North Sportservice is searching for an Executive Chef to lead the culinary program for the new Truss Club at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You'll take ownership of this premium club kitchen, bringing creativity, strong leadership, and attention to detail to every aspect of the dining experience.

    From curated menus and elevated buffet presentations to action stations and specialty events, you'll lead daily culinary operations and game-day execution while developing your team and maintaining exceptional standards for quality, consistency, and presentation. This is an ideal opportunity for a talented culinary leader ready to take the next step and make their mark on a new premium hospitality experience.

    What we offer

    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

    What will you do?

    • Lead all culinary operations for Truss Club, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, timing, and execution.
    • Lead, develop, and coach the culinary team, including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management.
    • Lead menu planning and culinary development for Truss Club in collaboration with the stadium's culinary leadership, including seasonal offerings, recipe development, and premium food presentations.
    • Ensure consistent execution of recipes, portions, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
    • Oversee daily production, preparation, station setup, service flow, and post-event breakdown.
    • Manage food and labor costs through effective scheduling, ordering, inventory control, waste reduction, and product utilization.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen in compliance with company and health department standards.
    • Monitor food quality and presentation during service, making real-time adjustments to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
    • Partner with front-of-house leaders to deliver a seamless premium club experience.

    More about you

    • Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant, premium hospitality, club, hotel, catering, or sports and entertainment environment.
    • Strong hands-on cooking skills with the ability to lead by example during prep and service
    • Experience with premium food presentation and high-volume execution, including buffets, action stations, and special events
    • Working knowledge of menu development, food costing, ordering, inventory, labor management, sanitation, and recipe standards.
    • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt during service and events
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related operating systems
    • ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications required, or the ability to obtain them
    • Culinary degree or certificate preferred
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, game days, and special events

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    Who we are

    Delaware North operates concessions and premium dining services at the 41,900-seat American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers since 1970. We manage concession outlets, suites, all-inclusive areas and clubs at the stadium. We also operate J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant. The culinary team partners with many local vendors to infuse Milwaukee staples into the food and beverage offerings.

    Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

    Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

    Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us!

    Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

    About Company

    Delaware North is one of the largest and most admired, privately-held hospitality companies in the world. Founded and owned by the Jacobs family for nearly 100 years, it is a global leader in hospitality and food service with operations in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurants and catering, parks, resorts, gaming and specialty retail industries. Its portfolio includes high-profile venues ranging from sports stadiums, entertainment complexes, national parks, restaurants, airports, and some of the top regional casinos in the country. The company also owns a selection of award-winning destination resorts, as well as a series of premium restaurants and catering services that are leaders in the industry. Delaware North has annual revenue exceeding $3 billion with 60,000 employee associates serving half a billion guests in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.

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