075 - AJ's Fine Foods Executive Chef - Pima & Pinnacle Peak

Bashas•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

As a member of the Bistro management team, the Executive Chef assists the AJ’s Bistro Manager in directing and supervising department activities and personnel to achieve merchandising, sales, and customer service goals. The Executive Chef reports to the Bistro Manager and works directly with the Bistro Manager and Store Director. The role serves as the store’s primary foodie and oversees product assortment, sourcing, recipe and menu development, food safety, ordering, and inventory for the Bistro. The Executive Chef also supports catering menu planning, team hiring, training, development, scheduling, sales, and profitability. The position requires a customer-focused, friendly professional who can work safely in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

Trained chef.
Culinary degree or certificate, or 5 years of experience as a chef.
Product sourcing experience.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Strong business and financial acumen.
Strong customer experience focus.
Sales-driven.
Excellent communication skills, including written communication, one-on-one communication, and speaking in front of a group.
Ability to delegate tasks and develop a team to accomplish shared goals and objectives.
Values inclusion and collaboration with the entire team to make decisions and accomplish goals.
Ability to lead a team through change while remaining agile.
Basic office and computer skills.
Organization and planning skills.
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Social media savvy.
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

Act as the store’s primary foodie.
Assist with curation of 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 menus that meet profitability goals and company food-quality standards.
Own food safety and sanitation in the Bistro.
Educate guests and team members about products and recipes.
Manage primary ordering and inventory for the Bistro.
Assist and drive the Bistro hiring process.
Assist the Bistro Manager with training and development of the Bistro team.
Assist the Bistro Manager with scheduling responsibilities.
Assist the Bistro Manager in driving sales and profitability while controlling shrink, labor, and other expenses.
Continue learning and self-development to stay attuned to 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.