Lead Culinary Excellence at One of Arizona’s Premier Luxury Resorts
At Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, we believe unforgettable guest experiences begin with exceptional cuisine. We are seeking an innovative, hands-on Executive Chef to lead and elevate the entire culinary operation across our award-winning resort.
Why Join Us
- Iconic luxury resort nestled on Camelback Mountain
- Renowned for personalized service, elevated hospitality, and unforgettable dining
- Opportunity to shape menus, mentor talent, and influence the guest experience at every level
- Collaborative leadership culture focused on excellence and innovation
Who You Are
A visionary leader. A mentor. A culture builder. Someone who takes pride in delivering extraordinary dining experiences and developing high-performing teams.
What You'll Do
- Oversee all culinary operations including restaurants, banquets, catering, and stewarding
- Create and execute seasonal, trend-forward menus that reflect quality and creativity
- Lead, inspire, and develop kitchen teams through coaching, mentorship, and accountability
- Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction
- Manage labor, food cost, purchasing, inventory, and vendor partnerships
- Maintain the highest sanitation, safety, and luxury hospitality standards
- Partner with resort leaders to deliver seamless property-wide service experiences
- Represent the culinary team during events, VIP experiences, and guest engagements
What You Bring
- Proven Executive Chef or senior culinary leadership experience in luxury resort, hotel, or high-end restaurant environments
- Strong business acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control expertise
- Passion for people leadership, culture building, and talent development
- Creativity balanced with operational discipline and consistency
- Deep knowledge of food trends, culinary techniques, and elevated presentation
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
