Litchfield's Chef de Cuisine

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information on our great company! About our property: Deeply entwined with Arizona history since 1929, The Wigwam welcomes you to make a historic career move and join our family! The Wigwam is a Four Diamond property with 331 guest rooms spanned across 440 acres. The Wigwam is a renowned Arizona landmark, nestled in the community of Litchfield Park, AZ and is a true representation of an authentic Arizona experience. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, driven individuals, with a great attitude and a passion for excellence to join us in curating incredible guest experiences and lasting memories. Come make some history with us! The Wigwam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran What you will have an opportunity to do: Are you ready to leave your mark on one of the area's most beloved dining destinations? Litchfield’s Restaurant is entering an exciting new chapter. With a major renovation on the horizon and a renewed culinary vision taking shape, we're seeking a passionate, innovative, and hands-on Chef de Cuisine to help lead the transformation. This is more than a chef position—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a restaurant poised to become a premier dining destination. You will serve as the “Face” of the restaurant in the hotel and community You will create, cost, and implement (seasonal) menus and special menus You will attract, retain, and mentor the best culinary talent You will complete the daily ordering using the current par levels for the restaurant You will collaborate with the Restaurant Manager to exceed guest expectations You will train the restaurant culinary and operations team on the menu and daily specials You will conduct daily walk throughs of the kitchen, make recommendations for corrections, repairs, cleanliness concerns and improvements if needed. You will conduct daily meetings with the team to ensure their preparation, communicating all pertinent information You will attend weekly F&B meetings, leadership meetings, and monthly safety meeting representing the culinary team You will be the example that the culinary team follows You will manage costs related to the restaurant, analyze, and control costs to achieve a profitable operation You will have thorough knowledge of food allergens and handles any guest with food allergies with a high sense of urgency You will work with the culinary team to ensure prep sheets are updated and being properly used daily You will guide the nightly cleaning of all kitchen areas, follow up with pm stewarding crew to ensure dish area is clean and organized for the following days service #IND400 What are we looking for? Someone passionate about developing a culinary team Someone with a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays. Someone with experience as a cook in a high volume professional kitchen, with a leadership capacity Someone with full knowledge of the state’s health codes as well as the eco sure food safety and health report Someone with an active Food handler’s certification is a plus, the property will provide training as needed Someone with strong organizational skills Someone who is able to work independently At least 21 years of age Have a desire to exceed expectations An energetic personality Compensation: - Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations. PYRAMID GLOBAL HOSPITALITY® is a trailblazer in the development, management, marketing and owner‐advisory services of resorts, hotels, conference centers and exclusive private clubs. PYRAMID’S distinguished and proven reputation is deeply‐rooted in core values that are focused and aligned with a people-first mentality. The company leadership and valued associates are passionately committed to delivering the industry’s most authentic, enchanted, soulful, vibrant, unrivaled and memory‐making experience. PYRAMID’S progressive “Be The Difference” culture and values are a cornerstone to the company’s nearly 40 years of extraordinary achievement and prosperity. Many properties have been recognized with prestigious national and international awards.