Executive Chef - Lead Culinary Team & Menus

Highgate; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Highgate Hotels seeks an Executive Chef for The Kimpton Miraval Resort in Arizona to oversee all kitchen operations, menus, and costs while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction.

The role requires a culinary degree and 5+ years in hotel/F&B, with strong leadership and sanitation knowledge to ensure high standards across outlets and events. Long hours and staff coaching are expected.

Qualifications

• A 2-year, 3-year or 4-year culinary degree and at least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field.
• Previous supervisor responsibility is required.
• Must have knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations.
• Long hours sometimes required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all kitchen operations across outlets.
• Monitor quality and presentation of all food items.
• Control food and labor costs while maximizing guest satisfaction.
• Develop and implement menus with the Director of F&B.
• Train and direct departmental staff to meet standards of quality and service.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and SOPs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Menu design

Food cost control

Sanitation & safety

Education

Culinary degree (2-4 years)

Job description

Highgate Hotels seeks an Executive Chef for The Kimpton Miraval Resort in Arizona to oversee all kitchen operations, menus, and costs while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction.

The role requires a culinary degree and 5+ years in hotel/F&B, with strong leadership and sanitation knowledge to ensure high standards across outlets and events. Long hours and staff coaching are expected.