Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Referral program
Job Description
Aztec Hotel San Antonio, a distinguished property nestled along the historic San Antonio Riverwalk, is known for its unique blend of the city’s rich heritage and Marriott’s contemporary lifestyle design. As part of the Tribute Portfolio, the hotel is dedicated to delivering exceptional and memorable experiences that emphasize individuality, creativity, and a deep connection to local culture. With its full-service amenities and vibrant location, the Aztec Hotel San Antonio stands as a premier destination for travelers seeking both comfort and authenticity in one of Texas's most iconic settings.
The hotel is actively seeking an Executive Chef to lead an... Show More
The hotel is actively seeking an Executive Chef to lead an... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5-7 years progressive culinary leadership experience in full-service hotels, lifestyle hotels, or upscale restaurants
- Prior experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef with multi-outlet and banquet oversight strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success managing food cost, labor, and inventory in a high-volume environment
- Proven ability to lead, train, and retain culinary teams while maintaining standards under pressure
- ServSafe Manager Certification required or ability to obtain immediately
- Strong understanding of Texas food safety and workplace regulations
- Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years progressive culinary leadership experience in full-service hotels, lifestyle hotels, or upscale restaurants
- Prior experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef with multi-outlet and banquet oversight strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success managing food cost, labor, and inventory in a high-volume environment
- Proven ability to lead, train, and retain culinary teams while maintaining standards under pressure
- ServSafe Manager Certification required or ability to obtain immediately
- Strong understanding of Texas food safety and workplace regulations
- Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Own the culinary identity of the hotel, ensuring menus reflect Tribute Portfolio’s lifestyle positioning and the San Antonio Riverwalk market
- Design, test, and launch menus for all outlets including restaurant, bar/lounge, rooftop, banquets, and in-room dining/market
- Lead menu engineering, seasonal refreshes, and local sourcing initiatives that enhance guest appeal and profitability
- Oversee daily kitchen operations across all outlets and events, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, portioning, and timing
- Establish and enforce standardized recipes, prep systems, plating guides, and production schedules
- Partner with the Food & Beverage Director on outlet pacing, service flow, and event execution standards
- Own culinary-related financial performance including food cost, labor deployment, waste reduction, and purchasing discipline
- Collaborate on annual budgets, forecasts, and labor models
- validate performance weekly and course-correct quickly
- Manage inventory controls, par levels, yield management, and vendor pricing to protect margins without compromising quality
- Recruit, train, schedule, and lead all culinary team members including sous chefs, line cooks, prep, and stewards
- Build a strong bench through coaching, performance management, and internal development
- Set clear expectations around professionalism, cleanliness, teamwork, and accountability
- Ensure full compliance with local health department regulations, ServSafe standards, OSHA guidelines, and Marriott food safety requirements
- Maintain audit-ready kitchens at all times and lead corrective actions immediately following inspections or internal audits
- Enforce proper use of equipment, PPE, chemical handling, and safe food practices
- Lead culinary execution for all banquet and catering events ensuring BEO accuracy, production timelines, and guest satisfaction
- Collaborate with Sales and Events teams on menu development, tastings, pricing, and event customization
- Maintain consistency and quality during high-volume group business and peak demand periods
- Partner with Purchasing/Vendors to ensure quality, consistency, and contract compliance
- Coordinate with Engineering on preventative maintenance, equipment needs, and kitchen layout efficiency
- Align with Rooms and Front Office on VIP amenities, special requests, and guest experience touchpoints
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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