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Executive Chef - Chula Seafood South Scottsdale (Scottsdale, AZ)
Chula Seafood Scottsdale
8015 E Roosevelt St near Hayden & Roosevelt
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Executive Chef - Chula Seafood South Scottsdale
đ South Scottsdale â Hayden & Roosevelt
đ Voted Best Seafood Restaurant in Arizona 2025 by Yelp
Chula Seafood South Scottsdale is fishing for a passionate, experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen at our original locationâthe place where the Chula story began. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in exceptional food, builds strong teams, and is excited to carry that legacy forward with creativity and care.
Weâre looking for a chef who can own the day-to-day kitchen operation, inspire the crew, and help shape what comes nextâall while delivering the quality and consistency our guests know and love.
About the Role
As Executive Chef, youâll lead the kitchen from prep to plate, taking ownership of food quality, team development, kitchen operations, and financial performance. Youâll oversee inventory, ordering, scheduling, food and labor costs, and training while staying actively involved on the line.
Youâll collaborate with our culinary team on specials and seasonal features, bringing fresh ideas that celebrate exceptional seafood and reflect Chulaâs chef-driven approach.
Youâll set the tone for the kitchen: organized, respectful, accountable, and ready for a busy service.
Why Chula?
Family-Owned + Operated Since 2015
Arizona Grown with Multiple Locations and Counting
Chef-Driven Menus + Collaborative Kitchen Culture
Locally Loved + Nationally Recognized
Featured by Forbes, The Food Network, James Beard Foundation, and more
Our Story
Chula Seafood was born in Arizona to bring responsibly sourced, high-quality seafood to the desert. We also operate our own seafood processing facility in Point Loma, CA, giving us exceptional traceability, freshness, and access to the best fish on the West Coast.
Our South Scottsdale location holds a special place in our story. Itâs where we first welcomed our community to the Chula table, and that pride still runs through everything we do. Weâre looking for an Executive Chef who will honor that foundation while helping us grow even stronger.
Responsibilities Include
Lead all aspects of daily kitchen operations, from prep through service
Set and maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, consistency, and execution
Hire, train, coach, and develop a strong, collaborative BOH team
Manage scheduling and staffing to support service needs and labor goals
Oversee inventory, purchasing, portioning, waste reduction, and food cost controls
Collaborate with the culinary team on specials, seasonal features, and menu development
Maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets food safety and sanitation standards
Communicate closely with front-of-house leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experience
Lead by example with a hands-on approach, clear communication, and accountability
Qualifications
Proven kitchen leadership experience as an Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or experienced Sous Chef ready to lead a kitchen
Strong scratch kitchen background; seafood sourcing, handling, and butchery experience a plus
Experience managing food costs, labor, inventory, ordering, and scheduling
A track record of building, coaching, and retaining strong kitchen teams
Creative instincts paired with consistent execution and attention to detail
Great communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Calm under pressure and confident leading a fast-paced service
Culinary degree a plus, but not required
Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Must love food. Must love hospitality. Must take pride in helping others succeed.
Compensation & Perks
Competitive Salary + Performance Bonuses
Medical Benefits after 60 Days
Paid Time OffÂ
Company Discounts
Career Growth Opportunities in a fast-growing, chef-driven brand
Chula Seafood South Scottsdale
8015 E Roosevelt St
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(Hayden & Roosevelt)
đ www.chulaseafood.com
đ¸ @chula_seafood
Join a team that values passion, professionalism, and collaboration.
Apply now and lead the next chapter of Chula Seafood South Scottsdale as we continue to raise the bar for seafood in Arizona.
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