LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

THE ROLE

The Executive Chef will lead the culinary team and work closely with the Bucs staff to maximize player health and performance.  As a multi-disciplinary team member, the Executive Chef will work in collaboration with the Director of Performance Nutrition and the performance team, to provide fresh, local, sustainable, and nutrient dense meals tailored specifically to the needs of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers players and coaches.  This culinarian will also provide proven tested recipes with each menu.  This Executive Chef will be the face of Legends and the Tampa Bay Bucs at the Advent Health training facility for players, and team leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Menu Management:
  • Develop diverse menus catering to various tastes and dietary preferences.
  • Regularly update menus with seasonal and trending items.
  • Tested recipes with each menu
• Culinary Operations Management:
  • Supervise and lead culinary staff, including sous chefs, cooks, and kitchen personnel.
  • Oversee daily schedules and actively participate in event operations.
  • Monitor food and labor costs.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  • Enforce health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

• Inventory and Cost Control:
  • Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget goals.
  • Write, cost, test, and update menu specifications and recipes.
• Work Environment and Team Development:
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
  • Train, mentor, and develop culinary staff to enhance skills and promote career growth.
• Resource Management:
  • Make effective use of available resources, including time, labor, and materials.
  • Assist in ensuring schedules align with forecasts.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Conduct regular inspections to maintain cleanliness in back-of-house areas.
  • Ensure proper handling of perishables and maintain equipment in working order.
• Event Coordination:
  • Collaborate with event planners to execute successful culinary experiences for special events, private parties, and VIP functions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     

• Extensive experience as an executive chef in a high-volume environment.
• Professional training through culinary education is preferred.
• Excellent menu planning and execution skills for various events and VIP operations.
• Excellent supervisory, leadership, hands-on management, and coaching skills.
• Experience with P&L and budgeting processes.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven track record in improving kitchen efficiencies, quality, and managing food and labor costs.
• Creativity and innovation in menu planning and culinary execution.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation, operation, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• A willingness to contribute and support fellow team members with a hands-on approach as needed.
• Ability to work extended hours, including late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for requisitions, recipe reading, and communication with associates and leaders.
• Sufficient mobility to perform tasks, including reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull approximately 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site Tampa, FL

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.