Fine Dining Chef de Cuisine — Menu & Kitchen Leader

We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort

Arizona

On-site

USD 70,000 - 91,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort in Fort McDowell, AZ seeks a Chef De Cuisine to lead the back-of-house operations for Ember, our premier fine dining restaurant. Under the direction of the Executive Sous Chef, you will drive menu development, cost control, scheduling, and on-trend plating while ensuring a 4-diamond dining experience and strict compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a culinary leadership mindset, a culinary degree preferred, Serve Safe and Title 4 training, and the ability to

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience as Executive Chef or Chef De Cuisine in a diamond-rated restaurant or comparable.
Valid food handler’s permit and Serve Safe certification.
Title 4 training and liquor management training.
Ability to lift >50 lbs and push/pull 100 lbs.
Must obtain and maintain State/Tribal License with background check.

Responsibilities

Oversee back-of-house kitchen operations for Ember restaurant at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort.
Lead menu development, ordering, prep, recipes, and dinner service to ensure a 4-diamond experience.
Oversee banquets, events, and multi-venue food operations as required by business needs.
Coach and train culinary staff on sanitation, safety, and proper food preparation.
Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain cost controls for efficiency.