Executive Chef, Met Opera Grand Tier

Job Description

The opportunity

Delaware North’s Patina Restaurant Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at the iconic Met Opera Grand Tier in New York City. This is a unique opportunity to craft exceptional dining experiences in one of the world’s most prestigious cultural venues. We are looking for a chef with a deep understanding of classic French cooking techniques, exceptional attention to detail, and finesse in the execution of each dish. A respect for ingredients and their integrity is essential, as is the ability to create menus that are both imaginative and cohesive. Creativity is encouraged, but every dish must make sense and be executed to the highest standard.

This role involves curating and presenting tastings for high-profile clientele, requiring a confident and polished presence. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in high-end events and banquet service, along with a proven ability to lead and inspire a team in a fast-paced, elevated dining environment.

If you’re a visionary chef and inspiring leader ready to take your career to the next level with a global hospitality company, we invite you to apply.

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary : $127,000 - $159,900 / 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

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?

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Who we are

Patina Group is a leader in the premium segment of the restaurant and catering industry, operating restaurants and managing catering and food service operations at high-profile venues including, Lincoln Center, Walt Disney World®, Disneyland®, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and The Metropolitan Opera. Patina Group was recently named one of America's Top 25 restaurant groups by Nation's Restaurant News.

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.

$127,000 - $159,900 / year