Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Mastery & Creative Menus

Aimbridge Hospitality; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Wyndham Westward Look Grand Resort & Spa in Tucson, AZ, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team across Café, Room Service, Banquets and more. You’ll craft memorable dining experiences, oversee kitchen operations, and translate ingredients into extraordinary plates.

The ideal candidate has extensive hotel kitchen leadership experience, strong cost control, and a proven ability to motivate staff while maintaining the highest food-safety standards.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree with at least three years of related experience, or a four-year college degree with a minimum of one year of related experience.
• Five years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, including required supervisory experience.
• Ability to handle stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Must meet certification requirements, which may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Flavor Maestro: Supervise and assist in food prep to ensure quality, taste, and presentation.
• Kitchen Captain: Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen staff for efficient service.
• Culinary Number Cruncher: Manage food costs, budgets and optimize production ratios.
• Sanitation Superstar: Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety per health regulations.
• Quick-Fix Guru: Anticipate and address issues to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communication Connoisseur: Communicate clearly and resolve concerns with staff and guests.

Education

Two-year college degree with 3+ years related experience

Four-year college degree with 1+ year related experience

Job description

Wyndham Westward Look Grand Resort & Spa in Tucson, AZ, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary team across Café, Room Service, Banquets and more. You’ll craft memorable dining experiences, oversee kitchen operations, and translate ingredients into extraordinary plates.

The ideal candidate has extensive hotel kitchen leadership experience, strong cost control, and a proven ability to motivate staff while maintaining the highest food-safety standards.