Executive Chef

Jake's Unlimited

$75K — $95K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in culinary leadership roles
  • Experience as Executive Chef or similar
  • Strong background in scratch kitchen methods
  • Leadership in high-volume, made-to-order environments
  • Proven track record of managing food costs and inventory
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily kitchen operations to ensure food quality
  • Develop and inspire a high-performing culinary team
  • Continuously refine culinary programs and standards
  • Manage food cost, labor, and vendor relationships
  • Oversee catering, banquets, and special events
  • Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations
  • Partner with leadership to enhance operations
  • Cultivate a positive kitchen culture
  • Develop and launch new menu offerings

Benefits

  • Performance bonus opportunity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Complimentary shift meals
  • Complimentary guest passes
  • Employee discounts
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Collaborative leadership environment
Full Job Description
Executive Chef

Jake's Unlimited | Mesa, Arizona

Salary: $75,000-$95,000 DOE + Performance Bonus
What You'll Do

As Executive Chef, you'll provide leadership for all culinary operations, including:
  • Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure exceptional food quality and consistency
  • Develop, coach, and inspire a high-performing culinary team
  • Execute and continuously refine our culinary program and operating standards
  • Manage food cost, labor, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
  • Oversee restaurant service, catering, banquets, birthday parties, and special events
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
  • Partner with senior leadership to improve operations and drive financial performance
  • Build a positive, accountable, and team-focused kitchen culture
  • Lead the development and rollout of a new a la carte menu and premium catering menu in partnership with senior leadership and our culinary team
What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience
  • Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, Culinary Manager, or similar leadership experience
  • Strong scratch kitchen background
  • Experience leading high-volume, made-to-order kitchen operations
  • Proven success managing food cost, labor, purchasing, and inventory
  • Outstanding leadership, coaching, and communication skills
  • ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Experience with catering, banquets, hospitality, or multi-concept food operations is highly preferred.
What We Offer
  • $75,000-$95,000 annual salary DOE
  • Performance bonus opportunity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Complimentary shift meals
  • Complimentary guest passes
  • Employee discounts
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • A collaborative leadership team committed to excellence

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