Executive Chef

Pyramid Burlington Management; West Virginia; Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Pyramid Global Hospitality seeks an Executive Chef for Residence Inn Berkeley, CA, to lead culinary operations across hotel dining, banquets, and events, shaping the culinary identity and ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction. The role requires hands-on leadership, menu development, financial oversight, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

You will mentor a team of chefs and kitchen staff while upholding brand standards and operational

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience leading culinary teams in hospitality.
• Proven ability to develop seasonal menus and manage costs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and guest service focus.

Aufgaben

• Lead development and execution of innovative, seasonally inspired menus across outlets and events.
• Oversee kitchen operations for restaurant dining, banquets, and special occasions.
• Manage food costs, labor, inventory, and purchasing to meet financial targets.
• Recruit, train, and mentor culinary staff; uphold brand standards and safety.

Kenntnisse

Culinary Leadership

Menu Development

Food & Beverage Operations

Team Development

Cost Control

Jobbeschreibung

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels , a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality , our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS , which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

Experience an energizing Residence Inn by Marriott Berkeley. Soaring 17 stories high, this Berkeley, CA hotel features 331 suites with fully equipped kitchens, separate living spaces, and a thoughtful collection of modern amenities. We offer over 15,000 sq.ft. of flexible meeting & event space as well as a rooftop restaurant and bar with spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay Area. Located in the heart of Downtown Berkeley, half a block from Downtown Berkeley BART station and several bus routes making it simple to commute to and from your new career adventure. At Residence Inn Berkeley, not only do we welcome DIVERSITY, We embrace it, encourage it, and celebrate it. CARE / RESPECT / REWARDS EEOC/ADA/VET/LGBTQ+

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and results-driven Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations and elevate the dining experience across our hotel's food and beverage outlets. As the Executive Chef, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our culinary identity, bringing creativity and excellence to every menu while inspiring a talented team to deliver exceptional quality and service. This hands-on leadership position combines culinary artistry with strong business acumen, overseeing menu development, kitchen operations, financial performance, and team development. The ideal candidate is a dynamic culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, leads by example, and takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Culinary Innovation & Excellence

• Lead the development and execution of innovative, seasonally inspired menus that reflect evolving culinary trends, guest preferences, and the hotel's brand identity.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, flavor, presentation, and consistency across all culinary outlets.
• Bring creativity and fresh perspectives to menu offerings while balancing innovation with operational efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee culinary execution for restaurant dining, banquets, special events, and other food and beverage experiences.
• Continuously evaluate guest feedback and dining trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.

Culinary Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the culinary team, including Sous Chefs, cooks, and kitchen associates, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Provide hands‑on leadership throughout kitchen operations, maintaining an active presence during preparation and service.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and professional development of culinary associates.
• Establish clear expectations, promote accountability, and cultivate a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Identify and develop emerging culinary talent, supporting career growth and succession planning within the department.

Financial & Operational Performance

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and seamless execution across all food and beverage outlets.
• Manage food costs, labor expenses, inventory, purchasing, an