Executive Chef
About The Position
Pyramid Global Hospitality is hiring an Executive Chef for the Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley in Berkeley, California. The Executive Chef will lead culinary operations across the hotel's food and beverage outlets, shape its culinary identity, and elevate the dining experience. This hands-on leadership role combines menu development and culinary execution with oversight of kitchen operations, financial performance, and team development. The property is a 17-story hotel with 331 suites, more than 15,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and a rooftop restaurant and bar. The Executive Chef will work in a fast-paced hospitality environment, lead by example, and foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while creating memorable dining experiences.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive culinary experience, including leadership experience in a high-volume hotel, upscale restaurant, or comparable hospitality environment.
- Demonstrated success in menu development, culinary innovation, and multi-outlet kitchen operations.
- Strong understanding of food cost management, budgeting, inventory controls, purchasing, and labor productivity.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse culinary teams.
- Exceptional culinary skills and a passion for quality, presentation, and memorable guest experiences.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to balance creativity with financial accountability and operational efficiency.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and applicable health regulations.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on business demands.
Nice To Haves
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional culinary training and experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute innovative, seasonally inspired menus that reflect culinary trends, guest preferences, and the hotel's brand identity.
- Maintain food quality, flavor, presentation, and consistency across culinary outlets.
- Balance creative menu offerings with operational efficiency and profitability.
- Oversee culinary execution for restaurant dining, banquets, special events, and other food and beverage experiences.
- Evaluate guest feedback and dining trends to identify improvement and innovation opportunities.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire Sous Chefs, cooks, and kitchen associates, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Provide hands-on leadership and an active presence during preparation and service.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and professional development of culinary associates.
- Set clear expectations, promote accountability, and support talent development and succession planning.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations across food and beverage outlets.
- Manage food costs, labor expenses, inventory, purchasing, and waste reduction to achieve financial objectives.
- Develop cost-effective menu strategies that support profitability without compromising quality or guest satisfaction.
- Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership on budgeting, forecasting, menu pricing, and operational planning.
- Build vendor relationships and source quality ingredients while maintaining purchasing controls.
- Partner with Food & Beverage, Sales, and hotel leadership to create dining experiences that support property objectives.
- Collaborate on special events, seasonal promotions, banquet menus, and distinctive culinary experiences.
- Maintain a visible presence during key service periods and respond proactively to guest feedback.
- Support guest satisfaction, revenue, and the overall food and beverage experience.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper food handling throughout kitchen operations.
- Establish and reinforce culinary procedures, quality controls, and operational standards.
- Promote a safe, professional, and respectful workplace.
- Support evolving business priorities and contribute to special projects and initiatives advancing departmental and property goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
