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Desert Mountain Club

Chef de Cuisine

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Paid Time Off
sick pay
Annual Education Scholarship
Professional Development Scholarship
Tuition Reimbursement
Mentorship Program
Internships
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
Medical FSA
Dependent care FSA
free onsite medical clinic
Free Employee Meals
Free Golf
Free tennis
Rosetta Stone language program
Matching Retirement 401K Plan
Retail Discounts
Pet insurance
employee uniforms provided

Job Description

Desert Mountain Club, located in North Scottsdale, Arizona, is one of the most prestigious private residential communities in the world, renowned for its world-class golf courses, luxurious amenities, and exclusive lifestyle offerings. Nestled in the elevated foothills of the picturesque Sonoran Desert, the club spans over 8,000 acres and features seven signature golf courses, including six designed by Jack Nicklaus and a par-54 championship course. In addition, the club boasts seven distinctive clubhouses with unique dining experiences, an award-winning spa, fitness center, state-of-the-art swim and tennis facilities, and an extensive network of hiking and biking trails. This private country club... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 3-5 years of kitchen management experience
  • Proven background in steakhouse or fine dining culinary settings
  • Experience in upscale restaurant or golf/country club environments preferred
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record over the past 3 years
  • Ability to work long hours on feet, including weekends and holidays
  • Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and a culture of respect
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Compliance with Arizona State health and safety regulations
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff and members

Job Qualifications

  • At least 3-5 years of kitchen management experience preferably in a Chef de Cuisine role
  • Background in steakhouse and fine dining culinary environments
  • Experience in upscale restaurants and golf or country clubs is a plus
  • Strong leadership, training, and coaching skills
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive workplace culture
  • Knowledge of food quality, safety, presentation, and kitchen operations
  • Skilled in menu development, portion control, food costing, and inventory management
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities
  • Ability to work flexible hours including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Job Duties

  • Directly manage, train, coach, and develop culinary and stewarding staff ensuring all procedures meet department standards
  • Develop and maintain a positive, professional, and energized culture creating memorable experiences for members and guests
  • Oversee all daily culinary operations of the kitchen including dining services, events, and catering
  • Assign and coordinate daily production and prep work along with cleaning checklists for culinary and stewarding staff
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency adhering to recipes, portioning, cooking techniques, and presentation guidelines
  • Source and order products according to procedures, business volume, and food cost requirements
  • Prepare staff schedules and reports maintaining appropriate staffing levels to optimize labor and minimize overtime
  • Conduct staff performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans in collaboration with Director of Culinary and Human Resources
  • Lead daily line-ups, monthly meetings and attend all scheduled meetings
  • Collaborate with the Director of Culinary on menu development, costing, plating guides, and menu descriptions
  • Stay current on food trends and dietary needs, educate staff, and ensure execution according to specifications
  • Ensure cleanliness, maintenance of equipment, and a safe working environment according to club and health department standards
  • Perform monthly inventory and enforce food storage guidelines per Arizona State regulations
  • Assist Executive Steward with equipment needs, storage, and care
  • Oversee execution of events with banquets and catering team
  • Build and maintain strong member relations through table visits, event consultations, and personal recognition
  • Manage employee meal program ensuring healthful, appealing, and sufficient meals
  • Inspect and maintain sanitation, organization, and working condition of service areas and equipment
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Culinary

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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