Executive Chef

The Delicatessen - Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee dining discounts

Health insurance options (medical,-vis

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The Delicatessen - Phoenix is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our delicatessen kitchen, oversee daily operations, and mentor a growing team in a fast-paced setting. Deliver top quality and exceptional guest experiences with hands-on leadership.

Oversee menu development, cost control, food safety, and staff performance while maintaining a positive, collaborative work culture that drives results and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Previous delicatessen kitchen management experience is required.
• Proven success managing high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of deli food preparation, production, food safety, and quality standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multitask, delegate responsibilities, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, restaurant management software, and POS systems.
• Culinary certification is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee all food preparation and daily culinary operations.
• Develop and modify menus while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency.
• Estimate food requirements and manage food and labor costs.
• Supervise, train, coach, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Recruit, schedule, and manage kitchen team members.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, and purchases.
• Resolve operational challenges and customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Perform final quality inspections on all prepared dishes before service.
• Maintain payroll, scheduling, inventory, and other administrative records.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Culinary certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

Now Hiring: Delicatessen Kitchen Manager Lead the Kitchen. Elevate the Experience. Build Something Great.

Are you an experienced culinary leader with a background in delicatessen operations? We're looking for a Delicatessen Kitchen Manager with 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or in a similar leadership role to oversee our kitchen, lead our team, and deliver exceptional quality every day.

If you're passionate about great food, strong leadership, and creating an outstanding customer experience, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee all food preparation and daily culinary operations.
• Develop and modify menus while maintaining exceptional quality and consistency.
• Estimate food requirements and manage food and labor costs.
• Supervise, train, coach, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Recruit, schedule, and manage kitchen team members.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, and purchases.
• Resolve operational challenges and customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Perform final quality inspections on all prepared dishes before service.
• Maintain payroll, scheduling, inventory, and other administrative records.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications Required

• 3+ years of experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Previous delicatessen kitchen management experience is required.
• Proven success managing high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of deli food preparation, production, food safety, and quality standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multitask, delegate responsibilities, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, restaurant management software, and POS systems.
• Culinary certification is a plus!

Why Join Our Team?

• Growth opportunities within a fast-growing, chef-driven restaurant group.
• Employee dining discounts.
• Fun, creative, and supportive team culture where your ideas and leadership are valued.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Health insurance options, including medical, vision, and dental coverage for full-time employees.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunity to lead a well-established delicatessen kitchen and make a lasting impact.

Ready to Lead?

If you have 3+ years of kitchen leadership experience, delicatessen management expertise, and a passion for culinary excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

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Compensation: Competitive salary