What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maple & Ash - Scottsdale - Chef De Cuisine position at MAPLE HOSPITALITY GROUP?
Join Maple Hospitality Group, where culinary excellence meets unparalleled service. Led by renowned restaurateur Jim Lasky and two-Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant, known for his innovative approach to fine dining, we're building a team of passionate food lovers dedicated to creating iconic destinations.
We believe success hinges on impeccable food, world-class service, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. As we expand across Chicago, Scottsdale, Dallas, and Miami, you'll find endless opportunities for growth, travel, and continuing education.
Our culture is built on four core principles:
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Generosity: Always give more, exceed expectations.
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Excellence: Deliver exceptional work with unmatched expertise.
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Fun: Love what you do, laugh often, and enjoy the journey.
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Fail Fast: Learn from mistakes, adapt, and keep improving.
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Assist in accomplishing company goals by owning assigned tasks and exploring opportunities to add value to the position
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Strictly adhere to all financial plans and budgets prior to opening and while operating
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Provide leadership in staff engagement, satisfaction, and retention
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Comply with corporate and restaurant-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) – and ensure that the F&B team is following these guidelines
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Help to recruit exceptional staff members and ensure they’re properly trained to execute their job duties above expectations, making sure they understand the company culture
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Actively participate in any Manager meetings
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Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures, complying with health and legal regulations, and maintaining security systems
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Maintain a friendly, caring, and professional demeanor at all times in a fast-paced environment
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With the assistance of the Executive Chef, oversee food and labor costs
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Development of the menus, seasonal
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Track purchasing, inventory, and prep production
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Run the line of Maple and Ash and ensure quality service
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Create daily specials
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Schedule, mentor, and manage the team
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Ensure maintenance of quality standards
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Communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and other support staff
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Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
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4 years of higher management culinary experience
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High end level restaurant experience is a must
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Strong passion and dedication to food, beverage, and hospitality
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Polished, professional, and energetic approach management
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Ability to work well in a systems-driven environment
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Ability to be adaptable and abide by the policies and values of the company
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Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards are met.
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Ability to stoop, reach, bend, walk.
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Forward bend of head/neck for countertop activities.
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Ability to move equipment and/or product up to 25 lbs.
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Complete position requirements in a noisy, fast-paced environment
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Ability to handle a variety of equipment safely.
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Must be able to be stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
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Must present a professional appearance in a clean uniform