159- AJ's Fine Foods Executive Chef - 44th St & Camelback
About The Position
As a member of the Bistro management team, the Executive Chef assists the AJ’s Bistro Team Lead in directing and supervising department activities and personnel to achieve merchandising, sales, and customer service goals. The Executive Chef reports to the Bistro Team Lead and communicates and works directly with the Bistro Team Lead and the Store Team Lead. The role serves as the store’s primary foodie and supports Bistro product curation, procurement, menu and recipe development, catering, food safety, inventory, hiring, training, scheduling, and department performance. The Executive Chef is expected to work safely in a fast-paced environment, provide excellent customer service, and stay current with healthy eating and food trends.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be at least 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.
- Able to work safely in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
- For internal transfers, promotions, or rehires, the current leader must recommend the candidate and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
- Rehires must be approved by an HRBP.
Responsibilities
- Act as the store’s primary foodie.
- Assist with curation of the product assortment and procurement for the Bistro.
- Develop recipes for gourmet food with healthy options in store.
- Develop menus for product offerings and work with vendor partners on product and recipe development.
- Partner with the Catering Director on menu planning and catering menu production to ensure profitability and company food-quality standards.
- Own food safety and sanitation in the Bistro.
- Educate guests and team members on products and recipes.
- Handle primary ordering and inventory management for the Bistro.
- Assist with and drive the Bistro hiring process.
- Assist the Bistro Team Lead with training and development of the Bistro team.
- Assist the Bistro Team Lead with Bistro scheduling responsibilities.
- Assist the Bistro Team Lead with driving sales and profitability while controlling shrink, labor, and other expenses.
- Continue learning and self-development to stay attuned to current healthy eating and food trends.
- Ensure a safe working environment for team members and guests by complying with policies and procedures.
- Ensure Bistro compliance with state, county, and local weights and measures guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
- Retirement benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents.
- Tuition reimbursement for qualified courses.
- Scholarship opportunities for continued education.
- Store discount programs (10% off household groceries).
- Fun work environment with the opportunity to nourish the community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
