Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading the staff and managing all food related functions. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maximizing the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Assists in supervising all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced. Responsible for guiding and developing staff including direct reports. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved. Areas of responsibility comprise overseeing all food preparation areas (e.g., banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria) and all support areas (e.g., dish room and purchasing) as applicable.

The salary range for this position is $104,000 to $135,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott International considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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• Comprehensive health care benefits.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount.
• Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable).
• Life insurance and group disability insurance.
• Travel discounts.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii).
• Flexible spending accounts and tuition assistance.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Other life and work wellness benefits.
• Potential for stock awards and deferred compensation plans.

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area, or 2-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major with 4 years experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise kitchen operations and staff effectively.
• Experience in menu development and food quality monitoring.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience in managing budgets and controllable expenses.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and guest relations.