
About this role
The Executive Chef is the senior culinary leader responsible for leading the operational execution of all food programs throughout the stadium, including concessions, premium seating, catering, and special events. Reporting directly to the venue’s General Manager, this role oversees daily kitchen operations and ensures consistency and quality across all culinary offerings.
The Executive Chef is accountable for maintaining food safety and sanitation standards while managing labor and food costs. They support menu development and innovation, and execute high-volume service with precision across multiple food outlets. This role requires constant coordination with event schedules to deliver seamless culinary experiences.
The Executive Chef leads a motivated and engaged team and is responsible for team member training and development. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action, emphasizing an inclusive workplace. Winning is an everyday thing, achieved when the team comes together as one unified unit.
This role offers the chance to work at Etihad Park, a premier live events venue, and be part of a global network of 450 venues worldwide. The position includes a salary range of $140,000 to $150,000 plus bonus potential and a generous benefits package with medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Requirements
- Proven ability to lead operational execution of food programs in a high-volume venue setting.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
- Experience managing labor and food costs.
- Demonstrated skill in menu development and innovation.
- Ability to lead and develop a motivated and engaged team.
- Experience executing high-volume service with precision.
- Prior experience in a stadium, arena, or large-scale event venue preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead operational execution of all food programs throughout the stadium, including concessions, premium seating, catering, and special events.
- Oversee consistency and quality across all culinary offerings.
- Lead a motivated and engaged team.
- Develop and train team members.
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
- Support menu development and innovation.
- Manage labor and food costs.
- Execute high-volume service with precision.
Benefits
- Salary range of $140,000 - $150,000
- Bonus potential commensurate with experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid vacation
- 401k plan
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