Head Kitchen Chef – High-Volume Dining

Talking Stick Resort; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tribal employment preference

Job summary

Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ, seeks a Restaurant Chef to supervise and coordinate cooks and kitchen staff in a high-volume dining environment on property.

You will lead menu development, control costs, ensure food safety, mentor the team, and report to the Executive Sous Chef. Requirements include a culinary degree (preferred), a high school diploma or GED, 5 years of high-volume cooking experience, and 3 years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree preferred.
• 5 years related high-volume cooking experience.
• 3 years kitchen supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the restaurant culinary team, interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating performance.
• Maintains food costs within set operating budgetary constraints.
• Inspects kitchen area for cleanliness and ensures safety standards are met.
• Writes and manages kitchen schedules and maintains recipe books.
• Hires and trains Tribal Members consistent with casino guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Communication

Cost control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary degree

Tools

Kronos

SWS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ, seeks a Restaurant Chef to supervise and coordinate cooks and kitchen staff in a high-volume dining environment on property.

You will lead menu development, control costs, ensure food safety, mentor the team, and report to the Executive Sous Chef. Requirements include a culinary degree (preferred), a high school diploma or GED, 5 years of high-volume cooking experience, and 3 years of supervisory experience.