Culinary Supervisor

About the Role

The Culinary Supervisor at the Omaha Marriott Downtown will oversee culinary operations, evolving menus and enhancing the skills of the culinary team while managing food and labor costs. This role balances creativity with efficiency, ensuring high-quality standards and exceptional guest experiences in a premier downtown Omaha hotel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary staff, provide guidance, administer discipline, and participate in performance evaluations.
• Prepare, cook, and present food according to recipes and standards, ensuring taste, presentation, and efficiency.
• Manage inventory, requisition supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
• Ensure all equipment is clean and sanitized; enforce cleanliness, hygiene, dress, and OSHA standards consistently.
• Educate staff on Marcus Hotels, Marriott policies, and safety procedures to uphold brand and health regulations.
• Interact with guests and staff, analyze feedback, and suggest improvements to enhance service and product quality.
• Represent the hotel with professionalism and maintain high standards of conduct and appearance.
• Manage prep work, set-up, and breakdown of stations, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and timely service.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred; culinary school or 1-2 years of related experience, including supervisory and upscale restaurant experience.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment, food products, recipes, stocks, sauces, meat, and fish preparation.
• Ability to train and mentor staff, perform sous chef duties in their absence, and support team development.
• Well-versed in sanitation standards and food safety protocols; able to obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in confined, high-noise, and varying temperature environments.
• Proficient in using kitchen tools and equipment such as slicers, mixers, grinders, and food processors.
• Able to understand and train staff on recipes, measurements, and requisitions; excellent English language, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a well-groomed, courteous appearance; able to work varied schedules including holidays and weekends under pressure.

Benefits

• A free, well-balanced meal every shift.
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Marriott-branded properties.
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa.
• Free parking.
• Two-for-one movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres.
• Ability to grow your career and transfer between properties.
• Early wage access.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment).
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401k with employer match.

Pay

$21.00/hour (estimate).

About Us

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a 60-year history of operational and service excellence. Focused on creating extraordinary experiences for guests and associates, the company manages a U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts known for their unique character and style.