Executive Chef | Full-Time | Phoenix Mercury Training Facility & Phoenix Suns HQ

Scottsdale, AZ, USA|Onsite

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

vacation days

Job Description

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. With a comprehensive 360-degree solution set, Oak View Group operates an impressive portfolio of world-class owned venues and serves a diverse client roster that includes some of the most influential and highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions worldwide. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional experiences not only through its venues but also with a commitment to service excellence, innovation, and community engagement. Oak View Group’s industry expertise and strategic approach have made... Show More

Job Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5-7 years of leadership experience in culinary roles
ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent
Strong knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements relevant to athletics
Ability to lead and mentor a diverse team
Excellent communication skills
Flexibility to work variable hours including nights and weekends
Commitment to upholding food safety and sanitation standards

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 culinary staff including hiring, firing, and disciplining
Ensure event staff compliance with workplace expectations and provide training and mentoring
Control food costs through inventory rotation, portion controls, purchasing, and waste management
Schedule kitchen staff and monitor labor costs and break documentation
Develop menus and maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
Supervise kitchen line setup, preparation, and breakdown
Coordinate kitchen equipment maintenance, catering delivery, and food service areas
Organize staff training and orientation
Maintain positive employee relations and handle staffing, evaluation, and counseling
Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and employment regulations
Manage kitchen record-keeping, food inventory, and invoicing
Promote teamwork through communication, leadership, and goal setting
Oversee the production of staff meals aligned with nutritional calendars
Lead culinary program with focus on athlete nutritional needs and food trends
Collaborate with nutritionists, trainers, and medical staff
Uphold food safety and sanitation protocols
Act as a hands-on leader working alongside the culinary team

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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