Maple & Ash Scottsdale - Sous Chef

Paycom; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Hospitality Group’s Maple & Ash Scottsdale is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a high-end kitchen in Scottsdale, AZ. This role requires culinary mastery, strong leadership, and the ability to maintain exceptional food quality under pressure.

You will collaborate with the Executive Chef, oversee line cooks, manage inventory, and help drive innovative menu execution, while upholding impeccable service standards.

Qualifications

• High-end level restaurant experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and follow instructions.
• Must be detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive leadership to kitchen staff and assist the Executive Chef.
• Monitor kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste and presentation.
• Oversee the line to ensure timely, high-quality food and maintain recipe standards.
• Manage daily inventory, purchasing, and cost controls; participate in manager meetings.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Job description

# Maple & Ash Scottsdale - Sous ChefMaple & Ash Scottsdale - SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251## OverviewSalary Range$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary## DescriptionJoin **Maple Hospitality Group**, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and **two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant**, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating **iconic destinations**.We believe success hinges on **impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences**. As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, Santa Barbara, Miami and Boston, you'll find **endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education**.Our culture is built on four core principles:* **Generosity:** Always give more, exceed expectations.* **Excellence:** Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.* **Fun:** Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.* **Fail Fast:** Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.**WhatYou****WillDo**This position is responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff throughout food service. Assisting the Executive Chef in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting orders to ensure quality taste or presentation, and taking on additional responsibilities to keep the kitchen department functioning properly.* Accomplish company goals by owning assigned tasks and exploring opportunities to add value to the position* Oversee the line and ensure the execution of exceptional food in a timely manner* Responsible for daily line checks to continually drive consistency in recipe standards* Collaborate with the Executive Chef, CDC, and Exe Sous Chef to maintain corporate-mandated food and labor costs.* Oversee and participate in daily food purchasing and prep production* Maintain proper inventory practices and reporting* Create menu specials, as requested by the Executive Chef* Schedule and manage staff to build a strong kitchen and dish team* Recruit exceptional hourly staff members and ensure they’re properly trained to execute their job duties* Actively prepare for and participate in manager meetings* Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing sanitation standards, complying with health and legal regulations, and maintaining security systems.* Communicate effectively and genuinely with staff members, guests, and all departments* Maintain a friendly, caring and professional demeanor at all times in a fast-paced environment* Respond quickly to guest and staff complaints and requests in a friendly and professional manner* Report to the Executive Chef, CDC, and Executive Sous Chef on operational wins, losses and areas in need of improvement.* Perform minor accounting duties* Any other duties assigned## Qualifications**WhoWe****Are****LookingFor*** High-end level restaurant experiences is a must* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Must maintain a high level of cleanliness and be aware of all food safety standards* Ability to lead a team and follow instructions* Ability to work in high-pressure situations.* Must have personal pride in appearance.* Exceptional problem-solving abilities.* Must be detail-oriented.**Thisrolerequires*** 2+ years of higher management culinary experience* Must have a flexible schedule including the ability to work on nights, weekends, and holidays* Complete position requirements in a fast-paced environment**This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.**