Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
The opportunity
Delaware North’s Patina Restaurant Group is seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to join our team at Stella 34 in New York, New York. Located in the heart of Manhattan, Stella 34 is known for its elegant Italian fare, featuring creative wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas, all rooted in the rich traditions of Italian cuisine. We’re looking for a culinary leader with a strong knowledge of Italian food, including expertise in making homemade pasta and authentic pizza dough. The ideal candidate will not only bring culinary excellence to the kitchen but also demonstrate a talent for training, mentoring, and developing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and passion for food.
If you're a visionary chef with a deep love for Italian cuisine and a drive to shape the next generation of culinary talent, apply now to join us at Stella 34.
Pay
Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $94,100 - $127,000 / 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?
- Hire, train, and mobilize kitchen and service teams
- Develop and maintain recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures; determine purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items
- Prepare operational reports; highlight progress, adverse trends, and make recommendations for success
- Maintain knowledge of and compliance with all company and health department policies, regulations, and standards
- Possess working knowledge of company invoice tracking, labor tracking, schedule preparation, food cost management, labor cost management, inventory control, and hiring, counseling, and termination policies
More about you
- Minimum three years’ experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume industry-leading concept with culinary experience in established restaurants
- Certificate or degree in Culinary Arts & ServSafe and Food Safety Handler certifications preferred but not mandatory
- Strong financial and computer skills; experience working with and understanding of P&Ls and budgeting; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and point-of-sale (POS) systems
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs
- Proven ability to lead team members clearly and concisely while positively influencing behavior and performance
Shift details
Days
Evenings
Holidays
M-F
Weekends
10hr shift
12hr shift
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.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($94,100.00 - $127,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, 401k, Vision Insurance
Required Skills
Leadership
Team Management
Recipe Development
Budget Management
Operational reporting
Compliance With Health Regulations
Inventory Control
Hiring and Counseling
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With sixth-floor views of the Empire State building and three wood-burning ovens, Stella 34 Trattoria is a modern Italian trattoria and the dining star of Macy's flagship store.
Executive Chef Jarett Appell offers Neapolitan pizza from wood-burning ovens with fior di latte mozzarella, Caputo flour imported from Naples, San Marzano tomatoes from the foothills of Mount Vesuvius and water meticulously sourced from local wells to match the pH and mineral balance of the natural spring water in Naples. The menu showcases al forno entrées, house-made pasta, fresh salads, "piccoli piatti" – signature Italian antipasti designed for sharing – and an all-Italian wine list of more than 100 selections.
The restaurant also features a Cibi Ronda, an Italian take-away counter, where busy shoppers can pick up fresh salads, authentic paninis, focaccia bread, coffee and Italian treats.
Stella 34 Trattoria is also the New York home to Italy's finest gelateria, Vivoli. After over 80 years of delighting customers in Italy, Stella 34 Trattoria is their first-ever location outside of Florence. Famed for their crema and rotation of seasonal flavors, Vivoli remains dedicated to creating pure gelati and sorbetti with fresh, high quality ingredients and family crafted recipes.
Open seven days a week for lunch, dinner, brunch and drinks at the bar or lounge.
