We’re Hiring: Executive Chef | Chula Seafood South Scottsdale

Chula Seafood Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Medical benefits after 60 days

Accrued PTO

Company discounts

Career growth opportunities in a fast‑

Job summary

Chula Seafood South Scottsdale is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at our original Scottsdale location. This hands-on role requires a passion for exceptional seafood, team building, and delivering consistent, high-quality plates.

You will own daily operations from prep to service, manage food and labor costs, develop the menu with the culinary team, and mentor a collaborative BOH crew in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership experience at Executive Chef level or as Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef ready to lead a kitchen.
• Strong seafood sourcing, handling, and butchery experience a plus.
• Experience managing food costs, labor, inventory, ordering, and scheduling.
• Track record of building, coaching, and retaining strong kitchen teams.
• Creative instincts with consistent execution and attention to detail.
• Great communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure and confident leading a fast-paced service.
• Culinary degree is a plus but not strictly required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of daily kitchen operations from prep through service.
• Set and maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a strong, collaborative BOH team.
• Manage scheduling and staffing to support service needs and labor goals.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, portioning, waste reduction, and food cost controls.
• Collaborate with the culinary team on specials, seasonal features, and menu development.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets food safety and sanitation standards.
• Communicate closely with front‑of‑house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Lead by example with a hands‑on approach, clear communication, and accountability.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food cost control

Labor scheduling

Team development

Menu development

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

South Scottsdale – Hayden & Roosevelt

Voted Best Seafood Restaurant in Arizona 2025 by Yelp

Chula Seafood South Scottsdale is fishing for a passionate, experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at our original location—the place where the Chula story began. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who takes pride in exceptional food, builds strong teams, and is excited to carry that legacy forward with creativity and care.

We’re looking for a chef who can own the day‑to‑day kitchen operation, inspire the crew, and help shape what comes next—all while delivering the quality and consistency our guests know and love.

About the Role

As Executive Chef, you’ll lead the kitchen from prep to plate, taking ownership of food quality, team development, kitchen operations, and financial performance. You’ll oversee inventory, ordering, scheduling, food and labor costs, and training while staying actively involved on the line.

You’ll collaborate with our culinary team on specials and seasonal features, bringing fresh ideas that celebrate exceptional seafood and reflect Chula’s chef‑driven approach.

You’ll set the tone for the kitchen: organized, respectful, accountable, and ready for a busy service.

Why Chula?

• Family‑Owned + Operated Since 2015
• Arizona Grown with Multiple Locations and Counting
• Chef‑Driven Menus + Collaborative Kitchen Culture
• Locally Loved + Nationally Recognized
• Featured by Forbes, The Food Network, James Beard Foundation, and more

Our Story

Chula Seafood was born in Arizona to bring responsibly sourced, high‑quality seafood to the desert. We also operate our own seafood processing facility in Point Loma, CA, giving us exceptional traceability, freshness, and access to the best fish on the West Coast.

Our South Scottsdale location holds a special place in our story. It’s where we first welcomed our community to the Chula table, and that pride still runs through everything we do. We’re looking for an Executive Chef who will honor that foundation while helping us grow even stronger.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead all aspects of daily kitchen operations, from prep through service
• Set and maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a strong, collaborative BOH team
• Manage scheduling and staffing to support service needs and labor goals
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, portioning, waste reduction, and food cost controls
• Collaborate with the culinary team on specials, seasonal features, and menu development
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets food safety and sanitation standards
• Communicate closely with front‑of‑house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Lead by example with a hands‑on approach, clear communication, and accountability

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen leadership experience as an Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or experienced Sous Chef ready to lead a kitchen
• Strong scratch kitchen background; seafood sourcing, handling, and butchery experience a plus
• Experience managing food costs, labor, inventory, ordering, and scheduling
• A track record of building, coaching, and retaining strong kitchen teams
• Creative instincts paired with consistent execution and attention to detail
• Great communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Calm under pressure and confident leading a fast‑paced service
• Culinary degree a plus, but not required
• Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must love food. Must love hospitality. Must take pride in helping others succeed.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Salary + Performance Bonuses
• Medical Benefits after 60 Days
• Accrued PTO
• Company Discounts
• Career Growth Opportunities in a fast‑growing, chef‑driven brand

Chula Seafood South Scottsdale

8015 E Roosevelt St
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(Hayden & Roosevelt)

www.chulaseafood.com @chula_seafood

Join a team that values passion, professionalism, and collaboration.