Executive Chef | Full-Time | Phoenix Mercury Training Facility & Phoenix Suns HQ
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Job Description
Oak View Group is a renowned leader in the live entertainment industry, committed to delivering exceptional experiences across various venues and events. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and community engagement, the company operates a diverse portfolio that includes arenas, stadiums, convention centers, and training facilities. Dedicated to cultivating a culture of excellence and collaboration, Oak View Group consistently strives to provide outstanding service to its guests while supporting its employees' growth and development. The company places a strong emphasis on creating environments that foster teamwork, creativity, and empowerment among its workforce.
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Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience
- 5-7 years of relevant leadership experience
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Knowledge of nutrition and dietary needs related to athletic performance
- Experience managing budgets and controlling food costs
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent high-level culinary experience
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience as an Executive Chef or similar role
- Strong background in wellness-focused, performance, or athletic dining preferred
- Expertise in from-scratch cooking, recipe development, and menu engineering
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire a culinary team in a high-performance environment
- Strong knowledge of nutrition, dietary requirements, and food trends relevant to athletes
- Demonstrated success in managing budgets, food cost, and labor efficiency
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Manage, develop and mentor a culinary staff of 35 full-time and part-time employees including hiring, firing and disciplining
- Ensure event staff understand workplace expectations and provide continuous training and mentoring
- Control food costs through portion control, inventory management and waste reduction
- Monitor labor costs via effective scheduling, cross-training and break management
- Oversee menu development ensuring quality, consistency and alignment with nutrition standards
- Supervise food preparation, kitchen setup, and maintenance of equipment
- Coordinate catered services, kitchen staff training, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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