Description:
Lead Culinary Excellence at One of Arizona’s Premier Luxury Resorts
At Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, we believe unforgettable guest experiences begin with exceptional cuisine. We are seeking an innovative, hands-on Executive Chef to lead and elevate the entire culinary operation across our award-winning resort.
Why Join Us
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Iconic luxury resort nestled on Camelback Mountain
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Renowned for personalized service, elevated hospitality, and unforgettable dining
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Opportunity to shape menus, mentor talent, and influence the guest experience at every level
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Collaborative leadership culture focused on excellence and innovation
Who You Are
A visionary leader. A mentor. A culture builder. Someone who takes pride in delivering extraordinary dining experiences and developing high-performing teams.
What You'll Do
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Oversee all culinary operations including restaurants, banquets, catering, and stewarding
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Create and execute seasonal, trend-forward menus that reflect quality and creativity
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Lead, inspire, and develop kitchen teams through coaching, mentorship, and accountability
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Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction
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Manage labor, food cost, purchasing, inventory, and vendor partnerships
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Maintain the highest sanitation, safety, and luxury hospitality standards
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Partner with resort leaders to deliver seamless property-wide service experiences
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Represent the culinary team during events, VIP experiences, and guest engagements
What You Bring
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Proven Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in luxury resort, hotel, or high-end restaurant environments
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Strong business acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control expertise
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Passion for people leadership, culture building, and talent development
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Creativity balanced with operational discipline and consistency
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Deep knowledge of food trends, culinary techniques, and elevated presentation
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Education & Certifications
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Culinary Arts degree from an accredited institution required
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Current Food Handler Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) required
Experience
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Minimum of 5 years progressive culinary leadership experience in a luxury resort, hotel, or high-end dining environment
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Proven success overseeing multi-outlet culinary operations, including fine dining, banquets, catering, and in-room dining
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Strong background in cost control, labor management, budgeting, and operational planning
Skills & Abilities
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Advanced knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques, menu development, and seasonal sourcing
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Strong financial acumen with experience analyzing reports, forecasting labor, and managing food costs
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Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and executive teams
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Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality, consistency, and elevated presentation standards
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment with extended standing, lifting up to 100 lbs., and exposure to heat
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Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
