The Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers

Sous Chef

Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 52 days ago
Inventory ManagementLeadershipCommunicationTime ManagementFood Safety

About the role

  • The Florida Panthers enter their 33 rd season in 2026-27 as one of the National Hockey League's premier franchises.
  • As back-to-back Stanley Cup champions in 2024 and 2025, the Cats have emerged victorious in 11 of their past 12 postseason series and have captured four Eastern Conference championships.
  • The Panthers are led by President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito entering his seventh season, and President of Business Operations Michael White who begins his first full season.

Responsibilities

  • Manage high-volume food production across multiple food & beverage outlets within the venue
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, and event-specific menus
  • Monitor portion control and minimize waste to support cost management goals

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of progressive culinary experience, preferably in a high-volume or large-scale venue (sports, hospitality, hotel, or catering)
  • Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and sanitation practices
  • Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
  • Experience working in a sports arena, stadium, or large entertainment venue
  • Familiarity with large-scale banquet and concession-style food service
  • Knowledge of food costing and inventory management systems
  • Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods (up to 10+ hours per shift)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Proven experience in a supervisory or lead cook role
  • ServSafe certification (or equivalent food handler certification)
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays aligned with event schedules
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communication and team leadership abilities
  • Comfortable working in varying kitchen temperatures including hot and cold environments

Compensation

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Benefits

  • Employee benefits package including health, dental, and vision (details provided during interview)
  • At the Florida Panthers Hockey Club, Arena Operating Company, Panthers IceDen, Sanza Food Service, War Memorial Benefit Corporation, and FLA
  • We believe that a diverse and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful company, which is why we aim to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) into all aspects of our culture and our business.
  • veterans' affairs; children's health and education; raising awareness for the endangered Florida Panther; and growing youth hockey throughout the region.

Company info

  • The opportunity to be part of one of the most exciting environments in live sports and entertainment
  • Team Shop, we strive to make every employee feel valued and respected for who they are and the unique contributions they make.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • ithout regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership i

This listing is sourced directly from The Florida Panthers's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.