Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Team | Daily Pay & Benefits

Evolution Hospitality; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Kissel Uptown Oakland Unbound Collection by Evolution Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Oakland property. You will guide a diverse team across Café, Room Service, Banquets, and more, crafting memorable dining experiences and overseeing quality, cost, and service standards.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and a track record of high-quality, high-volume kitchen management in hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year college degree with 3+ years related experience, or 4-year degree with 1+ year related experience preferred.
• Five years progressive experience in a hotel or related field, including required supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and presentation across outlets.
• Lead, motivate, coach, and discipline kitchen staff.
• Control food costs, budgets, and production efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety per regulations.
• Anticipate issues and keep kitchen operations running smoothly.
• Communicate clearly with staff and guests.

Skills

Flavor maestro

Kitchen captain

Cost management

Sanitation standards

Operations troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Two-year degree + 3+ yrs

Four-year degree + 1+ yrs

Five years hotel supervisory experience

Job description

Kissel Uptown Oakland Unbound Collection by Evolution Hospitality is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Oakland property. You will guide a diverse team across Café, Room Service, Banquets, and more, crafting memorable dining experiences and overseeing quality, cost, and service standards.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and a track record of high-quality, high-volume kitchen management in hospitality.