159- AJ's Fine Foods Executive Chef - 44th St & Camelback

Position Purpose: As a member of the Bistro management team, the Executive Chef assists the AJ’s Bistro Team Lead to effectively direct and supervise all activities of their department and its personnel to achieve merchandising, sales and customer service goals established for the department. The Executive Chef reports to the Bistro Team Lead and communicates and works directly with the Bistro Team Lead and the Store Team Lead.

Responsibilities: An Executive Chef is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.

An Executive Chef’s responsibilities include:

• Act as the store’s primary foodie
• Assist in the curation of product assortment and procurement function for the Bistro
• Develop recipes to produce gourmet food with healthy options in store
• Develop menus for product offering and work with vendor partners in product/recipe development
• Work in partnership with the Catering Director on menu planning, facilitating the production of catering menus that ensure profitability and company standards of food quality;
• Ownership over food safety and sanitation in the Bistro
• Educate guests and team members on products and recipes
• Primary ordering and inventory management for the Bistro
• Assist and drive the hiring process for the Bistro
• Assist Bistro Team Lead with Training and development of the Bistro team
• Assist Bistro Team Lead with scheduling responsibilities for the Bistro
• Assist Bistro Team Lead with driving sales and profitability, while controlling shrink, labor, and other expenses
• Continue to learn and self-develop to stay attune to current healthy eating and food trends
• Ensure safe working environment for team members and guests; by complying with all policies and procedures
• Own Bistro compliance with all state, county and local weights and measures guidelines
• All other duties as assigned

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:

Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
• Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.

For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:

1. Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
2. You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
3. Rehires must be approved by an HRBP