Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Culinary Team

The ONE Group; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Monthly kicker bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Dining discounts

Career development

Paid sick time

Paid time off

EAP

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Job summary

The ONE GROUP is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary experience across high-volume, upscale dining. You will craft and execute exceptional menus, manage food costs, and ensure guest satisfaction with hands-on leadership and strategic vision.

As the culinary leader, you will oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, and collaborate with events and marketing teams to create seasonal offerings, all while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (steakhouse or upscale dining preferred).
• Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
• Expertise in kitchen operations, food cost management, and financial accountability.
• Strong culinary creativity and menu development skills.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Hands-on approach, with the ability to work on the line and execute all kitchen positions when necessary.
• SERV Safe certification and comprehensive food safety knowledge.
• Experience with restaurant POS and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide culinary leadership and execute high-quality menus while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food production, consistency, and presentation.
• Execute line positions when needed and support the kitchen team during peak hours.
• Lead menu development including seasonal specials and tasting menus.
• Perform line checks for temperature, freshness, and plating consistency.
• Expedite orders and maintain smooth kitchen workflow.
• Train and motivate the kitchen team to uphold standards and teamwork.
• Develop chefs and staff through hands-on leadership and coaching.
• Create weekly schedules and manage staffing levels.
• Hold monthly kitchen meetings to address goals and feedback.
• Manage food costs, payroll, and inventory to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with purchasing to ensure quality ingredients are available.
• Maintain health and safety standards per local and corporate guidelines.
• Monitor waste and implement cost-control measures.
• Engage with guests as culinary ambassador and participate in events and promotions.
• Represent THE ONE GROUP in media appearances and community events.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food cost management

Staff training

Food safety

Communication

Hands-on leadership

Problem-solving

Restaurant operations

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Budgeting software

Job description

The ONE GROUP is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary experience across high-volume, upscale dining. You will craft and execute exceptional menus, manage food costs, and ensure guest satisfaction with hands-on leadership and strategic vision.

As the culinary leader, you will oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, and collaborate with events and marketing teams to create seasonal offerings, all while upholding safety and quality standards.