Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Kitchen + 20% Bonus

Alliance Hospitality Group is a distinguished company in the hospitality industry, recognized for its unwavering commitment to building meaningful relationships within the community through passionate service and a hospitable environment. The company stands out by providing food that is honest, consistent, and fresh, embodying qualities that resonate with quality-conscious guests and industry professionals alike. Alliance Hospitality Group prides itself on its team of true restaurant hospitality professionals who prioritize quality, consistency, and integrity in every aspect of their work. With a positive and professional workplace culture, the company fosters excellence and values each team member’s growth on a personalized level. The philosophy of care extends beyond internal staff to guests, vendors, and all stakeholders, underpinning its reputation as a trusted and growing hospitality brand.

This opportunity is for an experienced and dynamic Executive Chef who will oversee the complete operation of a kitchen under the Alliance Hospitality Group umbrella. This critical leadership role demands at least 5 to 10 years of experience in a senior kitchen management position and requires hands-on culinary expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple facets of restaurant and food service operations. The Executive Chef will play a pivotal role in executing and maintaining food quality and consistency according to corporate standards and fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere for guests. Responsibilities extend to overseeing kitchen safety, sanitation, inventory management, staff development, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The Executive Chef position requires demonstrated leadership in restaurant openings and banquet management, ideally including private parties ranging from intimate gatherings to larger groups of over 100 people. Candidates with culinary school credentials, multilingual capabilities, and ServSafe certification will find themselves well-prepared to succeed in this role. Work expectations include a demanding schedule of 55 to 60 hours per week with flexibility for holiday, night, and weekend shifts, including the responsibility of covering shifts for hourly staff when necessary.

Beyond kitchen management, the role encompasses executive management duties such as developing culinary managers and hourly kitchen staff, conducting evaluations, participating in recruitment, and handling disciplinary actions. The Executive Chef will develop and implement operational improvements to enhance service quality and product consistency. Collaboration extends to public relations, marketing, and sales efforts to bolster the restaurant and its broader food operations.

Financial stewardship is a core element of this position, including stringent responsibility for budget adherence, cost control, sales tracking, waste reduction, and labor optimization. The Executive Chef must possess a thorough understanding of Arizona labor laws, OSHA requirements, and health department regulations to ensure compliance across the unit. Continuous improvement in kitchen safety, equipment maintenance, and food sourcing policies are paramount, emphasizing local sourcing and a commitment to diversity within the kitchen team.

Ideal candidates will bring significant executive culinary leadership experience in high-volume fine dining environments or hotels, with a minimum of 12 years of cooking expertise. They will exhibit creativity, strong knife skills, excellent time management, and organizational capabilities. The ability to work long, irregular hours is crucial, as is a strong foundational knowledge of food and beverage operations.

Alliance Hospitality Group offers a competitive annual salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 complemented by a 20% quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include a 401K retirement savings plan, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee dining benefits, and free meals per shift. The company is invested in the growth and development of its staff, promoting ongoing career advancement opportunities. Joining Alliance Hospitality Group means becoming part of a supportive team committed to culinary excellence, community enrichment, and professional integrity, all within a vibrant and expanding hospitality organization.