About the Role
Schulte Hospitality Group, in partnership with 34th Floor Hospitality, is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Executive Chef to join our team at The Marker San Francisco! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for long- and short-term planning and day-to-day operations of the kitchen and related culinary departments
- Manages associates and managers in the kitchen to attract, retain, and motivate employees while providing a safe environment
- Plans and manages the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food at the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective manner, reflecting modern Italian influences consistent with Tratto's trattoria concept alongside the property's positioning
- Monitors and controls the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment
- Develops, recommends, implements, and manages the department's budget; continually analyzes, forecasts, monitors, and controls labor and food costs
- Develops and implements menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc.) within corporate guidelines to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality
- Ensures allergen identification and labeling comply with FDA Food Code and California retail food safety regulations across all menus
- Executes and promotes the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses
- Leads menu transitions and kitchen staffing plans aligned with San Francisco's citywide convention, tourism, and event calendar
- Champions sustainability initiatives, including sourcing from local Northern California and Bay Area producers and pursuing recognized sustainability certifications
- Incorporates regional Northern California products into menu design where appropriate, consistent with Tratto's Italian concept
- Performs various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or formal culinary training/degree equivalent
- Minimum of Five (5) years of experience in a culinary leadership role, ideally within a hotel or multi-outlet environment
- Food safety certification required (ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager or California Food Handler Card)
- Valid U.S. work authorization required
Skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Team player
- Ability to exceed expectations of guests
- Strong working knowledge of Cal/OSHA and California/San Francisco food safety regulations
- Fluent English required
- Italian or Spanish language skills a plus
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years in culinary leadership
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent culinary training
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with California law and applicable San Francisco ordinances
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Duty meals while on shift
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career growth opportunities across 34th Floor Hospitality's and Schulte Hospitality Group's national portfolio
About the Company
- Schulte Hospitality Group is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry.
- We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries.
- Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.
- The Marker San Francisco is managed by 34th Floor Hospitality in partnership with Schulte Hospitality Group, extending this same standard of service culture and operational excellence to an independent lifestyle hotel in the heart of San Francisco's Union Square.
Equal Opportunity
- Schulte Hospitality Group and 34th Floor Hospitality are Equal Opportunity Employers.
