Chef de Cuisine- The Wigwam

Pyramid Burlington Management; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wigwam, a Four Diamond property in Litchfield Park, AZ, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary team in a high-volume, guest-focused environment. You will design seasonal menus, oversee food preparation, and uphold the highest standards of quality and consistency.

This hands-on leadership role requires creative vision, cost control, staff mentorship, and close collaboration with the Restaurant Manager to deliver memorable dining experiences for both hotel guests and the local

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume professional kitchen.
• Creative, motivated, hands-on leader in the kitchen.
• Proven track record with seasonal menus and menu costing.
• Strong communication with guests and team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Face of the restaurant in the hotel and community.
• Create, cost, and implement seasonal menus.
• Attract, retain, and mentor culinary talent.
• Complete daily ordering using current par levels for the restaurant.
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to exceed guest expectations.
• Train the restaurant culinary and operations team on the menu and daily specials.
• Conduct daily walk throughs of the kitchen and propose improvements.
• Lead weekly F&B and safety meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Mentoring/training

Allergen awareness

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels , a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality , our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS , which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

Deeply entwined with Arizona history since 1929, The Wigwam welcomes you to make a historic career move and join our family! The Wigwam is a Four Diamond property with 331 guest rooms spanned across 440 acres. The Wigwam is a renowned Arizona landmark, nestled in the community of Litchfield Park, AZ and is a true representation of an authentic Arizona experience. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, driven individuals, with a great attitude and a passion for excellence to join us in curating incredible guest experiences and lasting memories. Come make some history with us! The Wigwam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for a leader and someone passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team as a Chef de Cuisine. This individual must have experience working in a high-volume professional kitchen and have a passion for the culinary arts. This individual must be creative, motivated, and a passionate hands-on leader in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a proven track record of work with creative menus which reflect seasonal availability based on the concept of the restaurant, respond in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team, and enjoys being a teacher of the culinary arts supporting their team both personally and professionally.

Your Role:

• You will serve as the "Face" of the restaurant in the hotel and community
• You will create, cost, and implement (seasonal) menus and special menus
• You will attract, retain, and mentor the best culinary talent
• You will complete the daily ordering using the current par levels for the restaurant
• You will collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to exceed guest expectations
• You will train the restaurant culinary and operations team on the menu and daily specials
• You will conduct daily walk throughs of the kitchen, make recommendations for corrections, repairs, cleanliness concerns and improvements if needed.
• You will conduct daily meetings with the team to ensure their preparation, communicating all pertinent information
• You will attend weekly F&B meetings, leadership meetings, and monthly safety meeting representing the culinary team
• You will be the example that the culinary team follows
• You will manage costs related to the restaurant, analyze, and control costs to achieve a profitable operation
• You will have thorough knowledge of food allergens and handles any guest with food allergies with a high sense of urgency
• You will work with the culinary team to ensure prep sheets are updated and being properly used daily
• You will guide the nightly cleaning of all kitchen areas, follow up with pm stewarding crew to ensure dish ar