Lobby Grill Sous Chef

At the base of South Mountain, where the Sonoran Desert meets sophisticated hospitality, Arizona Grand Resort & Spa stands as Phoenix’s premier four-diamond destination — a sprawling oasis of seven swimming pools, a championship golf course, and a culinary culture that refuses to settle for ordinary. This is where your next chapter begins.

Picture it: the sizzle of a perfectly seared steak, the aromatic swirl of saucier-crafted reductions, the quiet choreography of a kitchen running like clockwork. This is the art you’ll lead. As a key culinary force behind our Lobby Grill, you won’t just cook — you’ll command, mentor, and elevate every dish that leaves the line.

• Lead and inspire a team of culinary professionals, assigning roles with precision and purpose
• Train kitchen staff to execute menu items with consistency and flair
• Build smart, cost-conscious schedules that keep the kitchen humming
• Uphold rigorous food safety, storage, and rotation standards
• Champion cost and quality controls that protect our reputation for excellence
• Partner closely with the Lobby Grill Chef, Executive Chef, and General Manager on all things culinary

• Oversee daily safety checks of walk-in coolers
• Manage vacation scheduling to ensure seamless coverage
• Flag equipment issues promptly to keep operations running smoothly
• Bring your energy to V.I.P. events, staff meetings, and everything in between

A high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Culinary school or apprenticeship training is a welcome plus.

Three years in a supervisory culinary role, with sound knowledge of meat and fish fabrication, saucier technique, and the operational rhythm of scheduling and ordering. Banquet experience is a strong advantage.

Current Maricopa County Food Handler Card.

• Deep knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation techniques
• Clear communication in English, both spoken and written
• Dexterity to operate kitchen equipment with confidence
• Stamina to stand throughout service
• Strength to lift and move up to 200 lbs. on a continuous basis

• An unwavering ethical compass
• A naturally organized mind that keeps chaos at bay
• A gift for clear, effective communication
• A polished, professional presence fitting of a four-diamond resort

Beyond the kitchen doors lies a city on the rise — endless sunshine, a thriving culinary scene, and the dramatic beauty of the desert at your doorstep. At Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, you’re not just taking a job. You’re joining a culture that values craft, celebrates talent, and gives you the room to rise. The sizzle is real. Come add your flavor to it.

The Arizona Grand Resort & Spa’s leaders and associates believe each guest should be treated with respect and professionalism. We create a genuine experience, enticing our guests to return again and again. In order to be successful at The Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, associates must share both our Purpose (Making Space for Genuine Hospitality) and Pillars (Hands On & Heartfelt, Sincere & Focused, Collaborative & Curious, and Conscientious).

This includes possessing and demonstrating a high level of courtesy and respect for both internal and external guests. Our fun, friendly and enthusiastic associates treat every guest as if they were our only guest. A true customer focus is essential to success with our property.

* This position is a safety-sensitive position. Under the law, safety-sensitive positions are defined as positions where the employee operates, repairs, maintains or monitors the performance or operation of a motor vehicle, equipment, machinery, or power tools. Safety-sensitive positions may also include jobs where the tasks or duties required of the employee could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.