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Premium Club Sous Chef

Delaware North at Bridgestone Arena

501 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203

Entertainment Venue
Managed By Delaware North
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Compensation: $56,900 to $76,800 per year, Full-Time

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is seeking a Premium Club Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled culinary leader to oversee food production for a premier club experience and support service for approximately 50 luxury suites in one of the nation’s most dynamic entertainment venues.

The ideal candidate brings a strong upscale culinary background, exceptional plating and presentation skills, and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences. This hands-on role requires expertise in event execution, suite-level food production, and leading a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

If you are a talented Sous Chef with a passion for upscale cuisine, premium hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences, apply today and become part of the team creating memorable dining experiences at Bridgestone Arena.

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $56,900 – $76,800 / 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/benefits/.

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?

  • Support the Executive Chef in managing premium club and suite kitchen operations.
  • Lead the preparation and execution of food service for approximately 50 luxury suites and premium hospitality events.
  • Create visually appealing dishes utilizing family-style, plated, buffet, and platter presentations.
  • Oversee daily event preparation, production, and service execution.
  • Manage inventory, ordering, scheduling, food costing, and labor controls.
  • Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
  • Utilize advanced butchery skills and culinary techniques to support menu execution.
  • Train, coach, and develop culinary team members while promoting a culture of excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.

More about you

  • Minimum of 2-3 years of management experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume upscale restaurant, premium hospitality, hotel, catering, or event venue environment.
  • Strong upscale culinary background with a passion for innovative, high-quality cuisine.
  • Proven expertise in plating, dish composition, and food presentation.
  • Experience executing family-style, plated, buffet, and premium event service.
  • Advanced knife skills and strong butchery experience.
  • Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and food costing.
  • Microsoft office experience; Word & Excel
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, event-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.

Shift details

Days
Evenings
On call
Holidays
Evenings as needed
Weekends
10hr shift
12hr shift
Events

Posted August 26, 2026

About Delaware North at Bridgestone Arena

Who we are

Delaware North is the concessions and retail partner at Bridgestone Arena dating back to 1996. The multipurpose venue is home to the NHL’s Nashville Predators. We manage concession outlets and four clubs, including an exclusive lounge offering an all-inclusive food and beverage experience.

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, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

About Delaware North

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.

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