Edgar J. Solis
Executive Chef Edgar Solis began his career with Levy Restaurants in April of 1997 in Chicago as an hourly employee at Ravinia Music Festival. Edgar successfully completed the Keys to the Future Program at the Kiel Center in St. Louis and was transferred back to Ravinia where he entered into the world of management as a Sous Chef responsible for restaurant and catering events.
During the off-season, Edgar was selected to be a part of the Opening Team. As a Sous Chef, Edgar helped open Nashville Arena where he managed Suites production. He also supported the Restaurant and Catering Departments. With this experience, Edgar was selected to open Phillips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia where he was responsbile for Suites and Mini-Restaurants. At that time, Mini-Restaurants was a new concept for Levy Restaurants and it is now being utilized throughout the company. As a result of Edgar's attention to detail and commitment to excellence, he received 100% on his In Pursuit Of Excellence audit. This major accomplishment was instrumental in Edgar being promoted to Executive Sous Chef. With his drive and determination, Edgar was a natural candidate for the Top Gun Program.
In 2001, Edgar transferred to Chase Field (formerly Bank One Ballpark) in Phoenix, Arizona. As Executive Sous Chef, Edgar was responsible for over 69 Suites, 4 Mini-Restaurants and In-Seat Service which consisted of over 6,200 seats and 150 employees. This was a major challenge in which Edgar flourished. During the World Series, Edgar showcased The Levy Difference by providing world-class service to prominent sports figures and celebrities. After successfully completing the Top Gun Program, Edgar was promoted to Executive Chef at US Airways Arena (formerly America West Arena) also in Phoenix, Arizona.
In Edgar's current capacity as Executive Chef for Levy Restaurants at American Airlines Center, he is in charge of managing all daily operations and event activities for the Culinary Department which includes Suites, Clubs, Catering and Concessions. Edgar's responsibilities relate to every aspect of running a major sports and entertainment facility, maintaining world-class operating standards and consistently exceeding guests' expectations while Winning One Customer At A Time. Edgar is a shining example of how an hourly employee can grow to become a leader with Levy Restaurants.
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