Uriel Telix has been named executive chef at Phoenix City Grille (photo by Timothy Fox Photography).
In late February, Phoenix City Grille (PCG), located at 5816 N. 16th St., announced a recently revamped culinary team. The restaurant’s owner, Dennis Shaw, announced the appointment of longtime employee Uriel Telix to the role of executive chef, promotion of Corey Azure to executive sous chef and new hire Severo Hernandez to that of sous chef.
“The talents of these three chefs are sure to be noticed by our diners and we will continue focusing on consistent excellence while also presenting new and exciting experiences for our guests,” said Shaw, an industry veteran with 40 years of experience.
Telix has worked at Phoenix City Grille for 19 years. He began as a line cook, then became sous chef and finally chef de cuisine before being promoted to executive chef. During his nearly two decades with PCG, Telix has had the opportunity to grow and refine his craft. Specializing in Southwest cuisine, with a focus on incorporating local and indigenous ingredients to create unique and vibrant flavors, Telix enjoys blending global cuisines to bring new and exciting elements to his dishes.
“I’m looking forward to inspiring and leading our talented culinary team to carry on the tradition and legacy of Phoenix City Grille,” Telix said, adding, “Our guests can continue to expect fresh, creative dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. I’m excited to evolve the menu with innovative ideas while staying true to the spirit of Phoenix City Grille.”
Hernandez has been working as a sous chef at other restaurants for 12 years. He loves leading in the kitchen and motivating everyone to work at their fullest potential. While he has created many different types of cuisines, Mexican and Italian are two of his specialties. Azure has worked at PCG since 2005, previously serving in the role of sous chef. His studies include culinary school at the Art Institute of Phoenix and Le Cordon Bleu, London and Paris. Though he has a background in French cooking, Azure says he has learned much about Mexican cuisine by working with Telix.
For more information, call 602-266-3001 or visit www.phoenixcitygrille.com.
