West Chandler steak-and-seafood place to open mid-November

J. Alexander’s starts hiring Monday, Sept. 15 for its first Arizona steak and seafood restaurant, set to open in west Chandler in mid-November, according to a news release.

The chain, which has more than three dozen locations in various states, is taking over the former Buca di Beppo building at 7111 W. Ray Road, just east of I-10, across from Lowe’s and In-N-Out Burger.

The chain plans to hire between 90 and 100 team members for both front-of-house and back-of-house positions.

J. Alexander’s will operate seven days a week, offering a menu of hand-cut steaks, signature salads and sandwiches, handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, the release states.

Interested candidates can apply for a J. Alexander’s position in person at a nearby hotel: Sonesta Select Phoenix, 920 N. 54th St. Applications will be accepted Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon.

For more information or to apply online, visit jobs.jalexanders.com.

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