Executive Chef

Job Description

Job Description

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

• Iconic luxury resort nestled on Camelback Mountain
• Renowned for personalized service, elevated hospitality, and unforgettable dining
• Opportunity to shape menus, mentor talent, and influence the guest experience at every level
• 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

• Oversee all culinary operations including restaurants, banquets, catering, and stewarding
• Create and execute seasonal, trend-forward menus that reflect quality and creativity
• Lead, inspire, and develop kitchen teams through coaching, mentorship, and accountability
• Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction
• Manage labor, food cost, purchasing, inventory, and vendor partnerships
• Maintain the highest sanitation, safety, and luxury hospitality standards
• Partner with resort leaders to deliver seamless property-wide service experiences
• Represent the culinary team during events, VIP experiences, and guest engagements

What You Bring

• Proven Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in luxury resort, hotel, or high-end restaurant environments
• Strong business acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control expertise
• Passion for people leadership, culture building, and talent development
• Creativity balanced with operational discipline and consistency
• Deep knowledge of food trends, culinary techniques, and elevated presentation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

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

• Culinary Arts degree from an accredited institution required
• Current Food Handler Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) required

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years progressive culinary leadership experience in a luxury resort, hotel, or high-end dining environment
• Proven success overseeing multi-outlet culinary operations, including fine dining, banquets, catering, and in-room dining
• Strong background in cost control, labor management, budgeting, and operational planning

Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques, menu development, and seasonal sourcing
• Strong financial acumen with experience analyzing reports, forecasting labor, and managing food costs
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and executive teams
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality, consistency, and elevated presentation standards
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment with extended standing, lifting up to 100 lbs., and exposure to heat
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require