Carefree, AZ · On-site
$49K - $66K/yr
Yoga Retreat * 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 ... This is Regular Full Time position for both AM and PM shifts As a Sous Chef you will be responsible ...
Carefree, AZ · On-site
$49K - $66K/yr
Yoga Retreat * 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 ... This is Regular Full Time position for both AM and PM shifts As a Sous Chef you will be responsible ...
Sedona, AZ · On-site
$68K - $94K/yr
The Executive Chef will develop a distinctive culinary experience centered on seasonality ... Participate in culinary demonstrations, special events, retreats and guest programming. * Manage ...
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Sedona, AZ · On-site
$68K - $94K/yr
The Executive Chef will develop a distinctive culinary experience centered on seasonality ... Participate in culinary demonstrations, special events, retreats and guest programming. * Manage ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$60 - $90/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$60 - $90/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that all meals coming from the kitchen are well prepared ...
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is responsible for ensuring that all meals coming from the kitchen are well prepared ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$50K - $68K/yr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... The Sous Chef is also responsible for controlling food and labor costs while maximizing guest ...
Carefree, AZ · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Yoga Retreat * 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 ... Collaborate with chefs and cooks to complete meal preparation on time. * Adhere to portion controls ...
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Carefree, AZ · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Yoga Retreat * 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 ... Collaborate with chefs and cooks to complete meal preparation on time. * Adhere to portion controls ...
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Breakdown ...
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Preparation of specials will be under the direction of the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Breakdown ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
$15.75 - $20/hr
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale - a portal to the destination's cultural charms ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$16.25 - $20.25/hr
... retreat for family getaways, business meetings and milestone celebrations. Five pools, a full ... Work banquet food station as scheduled by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor. * Know the location and ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of ... From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of ... From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of ... From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and ...
Scottsdale, AZ · On-site
$17.25 - $22.25/hr
Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of ... From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and ...
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A Retreat Chef is a culinary professional responsible for preparing meals at wellness, meditation, or corporate retreats. They design menus that align with the retreat's theme, often focusing on healthy, locally sourced, and dietary-specific meals. In addition to cooking, they may also manage kitchen operations, source ingredients, and accommodate guests' dietary needs. Their goal is to enhance the retreat experience through nourishing and thoughtfully prepared meals.
To thrive as a Retreat Chef, you need expert culinary skills, menu planning abilities, and experience catering to diverse dietary requirements, often supported by culinary school training or equivalent experience. Knowledge of kitchen management, food safety certification (such as ServSafe), and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment are integral to the role. Strong organization, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help deliver a memorable dining experience and respond to guests' needs. These competencies ensure high-quality, health-conscious meals and smooth kitchen operations in a dynamic retreat setting.
Retreat Chefs often face the challenge of preparing nutritious, appealing meals for groups with varying dietary restrictions, sometimes in remote locations with limited kitchen resources. Logistics such as timely food sourcing, storage, and adapting to last-minute changes in guest headcount are also common. Additionally, balancing meal schedules around retreat activities and collaborating with wellness staff requires flexibility and strong organizational skills. Overcoming these challenges successfully helps create a seamless and enjoyable guest experience, which is central to the retreat’s overall success.
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$49K - $66K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement
Posted 27 days ago
CIVANA’s mission is to inspire mindfully, measurably greater wellness in all who crave it. The CIVANA model is shaped by a wellness philosophy that serves everyone: happiness first, healthiness always. This is delivered via a curated wellness program that focuses on connecting mental, physical, emotional and spiritual needs, providing guests with tools they can take with them wherever they go, and build upon each time they return.
ACCOLADES
• 2026 Newsweek’s World’s Most Extraordinary Spas
• 2026 The Zoe Report Readers’ Choice Awards: #5 Best U.S. Yoga Retreat
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 Destination Spa
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 USA Today Readers' Choice Award - Top 10 Best Spa Resort
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award - Top Destination Spa in the US
• 2025, 2024, 2023 TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 U.S. News & World Report - Best Hotels in the US
• 2024 Oprah Daily Hotel O-Wards - Top Wellness Resort to Find 2024 Your (Higher) Purpose
• 2024 Reader’s Digest - 20 Best Wellness Retreats to Help You Relax and Recharge
• 2024, 2023, 2022 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award
• 2023 Women’s Health Travel Awards - Best Yoga Retreat in the World
• 2023 Men’s Health Travel Awards - Top Relaxation Destination
• AAA Four Diamond Rating
• AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping Award
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT CIVANA
IDEAL CANDIDATES
We are seeking passionate, service-oriented, positive and hard-working individuals with a love for health and wellness, and an excitement for hospitality.
This is Regular Full Time position for both AM and PM shifts
As a Sous Chef you will be responsible for:
• Overseeing and aiding in the preparation of, mise en place for soups, vegetables, and meats as well as other hot or cold items on the line or pantry
