Executive Chef

About Us Westside Concepts opened the first Haymaker restaurant in 2013 in Peoria, AZ. Since then, we have opened 10 more locations, of which we have multiple concepts, including our newest, Maple & Rye. We have grown our catering department to be a fun and unique business in itself. While the concepts are all very different, the goal is the same: to be your neighborhood bar or restaurant where you can feel great about bringing family and friends for any and all occasions. We continue to strive to create the highest quality of food as well as unforgettable guest experiences.

Our Mission We emphasize high quality delicious food, made with consistency, and served in clean and warm environments. We create an environment where absolute guest satisfaction is our highest priority. We strive to make every team member, whether they continue their career with us or not, better when they leave us. Our passion for food, beverage, service and our guests is unparalleled.

Our Values

• Commitment to uncompromising values and integrity.
• Provide genuine service.
• Honesty and trust.

We want to chat with you if you have a strong passion for providing amazing guest experiences, you are dedicated to the success of each restaurant, and you strive to be a part of an incredible workplace culture.

Your personal attributes

• You are passionate about food
• You take pride in your work
• You are adaptable to a fast-paced environment
• You are willing to go the extra mile for our guests and your teams

Summary We are seeking a skilled and experienced Executive Chef to join our dynamic team. Our Chefs cultivate and maintain the high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and efficiency of our kitchens.

The Executive Chef should be well versed in food costing, managing labor, product freshness and quality, coaching and developing culinary team members, following prep recipes and plating standards.

This position will involve overseeing the full service restaurant, as well as a Banquet Department, and the culinary aspects of a Cafe in the community grounds of The Grand. Multi-unit experience will be a vital asset for success in this position.

You should be efficient in ordering and inventory maintenance, and comfortable communicating any needs, issues, or concerns with the Regional Executive Chef and Culinary Director.

At Maple & Rye, our kitchen is the source of our passion and where we endeavor to truly 'wow' our guests. We also pride ourselves in cultivating an incredible workplace culture.

Your duties will include

• Food Quality and Excellence
• Maintenance of Food Cost and Labor Goals
• Kitchen Team Member scheduling
• Safe food handling and food safety knowledge
• Act as a role model
• Hold team members accountable
• Coach and develop culinary team
• Menu, prep, and line build knowledge
• Follow Operational Systems and SOPs
• Strong teamwork culture
• Responsible cash and card handling
• Must be available nights & weekends
• Cultivate open communication between managers and team members alike
• Interview, hire, & train team members to take on larger roles
• Other job duties as assigned

Experience

• Minimum 3-year kitchen management experience in a high-paced restaurant
• Strong multitasking skills

Skills/Requirements

• Friendly, warm, and caring attitude
• Always ready to greet with a smile
• Brings a positive, can-do attitude and great work ethic daily
• Thinks and acts quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time
• Able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food when necessary
• Dependable team player
• Strong Multitasking Skills

Benefits

• Health benefits
• PTO
• Bonus program
• Team member dining program
• Career growth
• Quality of life scheduling

We embrace diversity Westside concepts recognizes that a diverse team is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire talent regardless of their race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, marital status, or age. We foster the same inclusion both within our company and our stakeholders and partners.

We want to speak with you If you are passionate about food, take pride in your work, and are willing to go the extra mile for our guests and your teams.