Chef de Cuisine - Talavera, Scottsdale Luxury Kitchen Lead

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee hotel rates worldwide

Uniforms with dry cleaning service

Shift meals and on-site parking

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Talavera culinary team. This role focuses on menu development, food quality and financial performance in a luxury, high-energy environment.

You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and drive excellence across presentation and guest experiences, with strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients and Spanish-influenced cuisine.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Sous Chef or Culinary Manager experience in luxury venues.
• Strong experience with Spanish-influenced cuisine and à la carte operations.
• Banquet and catering experience across resort operations.
• A high-energy, creative leader who builds relationships and develops culinary talent.
• US work authorization is required unless currently in a Four Seasons managerial role or eligible for L-1 sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead Talavera culinary team and oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Drive menu development, presentation, and food quality with seasonal ingredients.
• Manage food cost, inventory, purchasing, and labor planning.
• Ensure smooth prep, line, storage, and service transitions across shifts.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage and support Banquet/Catering operations.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Spanish cuisine

Banquet experience

Leadership

US work authorization

Job description

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the Talavera culinary team. This role focuses on menu development, food quality and financial performance in a luxury, high-energy environment.

You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and drive excellence across presentation and guest experiences, with strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients and Spanish-influenced cuisine.