Executive Chef - High-Volume Event Culinary Leader

Legends; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401k plan

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking an Executive Chef for its Mesa Complex in Mesa, AZ. You will lead all culinary operations for concessions, catering, VIP services, and events, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive menu development, cost management, staffing, safety compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with F&B leadership to optimize financial performance and guest experiences during live events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive culinary experience, including senior leadership in high-volume venues.
• Demonstrated success managing food cost, labor, and budgets in event-driven operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead back-of-house culinary operations for event days and non-event production.
• Oversee menu execution and production systems for concessions, banquets, VIP areas, and special events.
• Manage cost performance, budgets, waste reduction, and supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Cost control

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree/apprenticeship preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Inventory systems

Job description

Legends Global is seeking an Executive Chef for its Mesa Complex in Mesa, AZ. You will lead all culinary operations for concessions, catering, VIP services, and events, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive menu development, cost management, staffing, safety compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with F&B leadership to optimize financial performance and guest experiences during live events.