Executive Chef

Alden; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alden is seeking an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations at their restaurant located at the Phoenix Art Museum. The role involves menu planning, food preparation, staff management, and ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene. Ideal candidates will have experience in creative high-end kitchens and possess strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical

PTO/Vacation

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a chef in a high-end, creative restaurant.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and develop menus.
• Manage and train kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Enforce strict hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Multi-tasking

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

Certification in the culinary arts

AZ Food Handler’s card

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Base pay range

$72,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Brought to you by CS Hospitality, Alden @ PhxArt is the newly renovated restaurant located at Phoenix Art Museum.Opening summer 2025.

As the chef of Alden, you will be leading kitchen operations, developing menus, preparing top-notch dishes, managing staff, and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning and Development:
• Responsible for creating menus, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Food Preparation:
• Oversee the preparation of all dishes, ensuring they meet quality and presentation standards.
• Staff Management:
• Manage and train kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure efficient workflow.
• Inventory Management:
• Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling costs.
• Quality Control:
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation, and address any issues or customer complaints.
• Hygiene and Safety:
• Enforce strict hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Recipe Development:
• Tasked with developing new recipes, and experimenting with flavors and techniques.
• Cost Control:
• Responsible for managing food costs, portion sizes, and waste reduction.
• Delegating Tasks:
• Be able to delegate tasks to other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner.

Skills/Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to multi-task and stay calm under pressure.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods.
• Must have or be able to acquire an AZ Food Handler’s card from an accredited program.
• Must be able to reliably commute to work.
• Certification in the culinary arts is a bonus.
• Previous experience as a chef in a high-end, creative restaurant.

Benefits: Medical, PTO/Vacation, Employee Discounts.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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