Job Description

Why Work at Hotel Citrine?

Hotel Citrine, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a vibrant, design-forward Tribute Portfolio hotel in Palo Alto where sustainability, style, and Silicon Valley spirit converge. With 150 eco-conscious rooms, an energized Wild Onion Bistro & Bar, a heated saline dipping pool, fitness center, and pet-friendly spaces, it’s a place where thoughtful hospitality meets creative energy. Working here means joining a team that values conscious service, modern aesthetics, and guest experiences that are as purposeful as they are polished.

If you're looking for a workplace as bright and intentional as your career aspirations, Hotel Citrine is where you can “travel lightly and live brightly”—every day.

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Culinary Supervisor – Dual Brand Campus

Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel & AC Hotel Palo Alto

Palo Alto, CA

Where Boutique Hospitality Meets Modern Simplicity

About Us

At Coury Hospitality, we bring a commitment to collaborative excellence, a unified vision, and shared principles of partnership to every aspect of hotel management. Our approach is seamless and tailored, ensuring each property under our management offers a unique and exceptional guest experience.

Join our team of Experience Curators!

The Opportunity

Coury Hospitality has an exciting opportunity for a Culinary Supervisor supporting the dual-branded campus of Hotel Citrine Palo Alto, Tribute Portfolio and AC Hotel Palo Alto. Together, these two distinctive Marriott brands offer a unique blend of boutique-inspired hospitality and modern European design, serving Silicon Valley's business travelers, innovators, visitors, and local community.

From the vibrant atmosphere of Wild Onion Bistro & Bar to banquet events, catering functions, and daily culinary operations, our culinary team plays a vital role in creating memorable guest experiences. We are seeking a hands-on leader who brings passion, creativity, organization, and operational excellence to our back-of-house team.

As a Culinary Supervisor, You'll:

• Supervise daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, consistency, and execution.
• Lead by example while working alongside cooks and culinary team members during service periods.
• Support the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team with daily production, staffing, and operational priorities.
• Train, coach, and mentor culinary team members on recipes, cooking techniques, food safety, and quality standards.
• Monitor food preparation to ensure compliance with established recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, temperature controls, and sanitation procedures are consistently followed.
• Support banquet, catering, restaurant, and special event culinary operations as business needs require.
• Assist with inventory management, product receiving, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety throughout all kitchen and storage areas.
• Identify operational opportunities and implement solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture centered on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Previous culinary leadership, Kitchen Supervisor, Lead Cook, Sous Chef, or similar experience preferred.
• Strong culinary knowledge with experience in restaurant, hotel, banquet, or high-volume kitchen environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Ability to lead effectively while remaining hands-on during busy service periods.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain.
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Passion for hospitality, culinary excellence, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

Why Join Our Dual Brand Campus?

• Represent two distinctive Marriott brands within a premier Palo Alto hospitality destination.
• Lead culinary operations that support restaurant dining, banquets, events, and unique guest experiences.
• Work alongside talented culinary professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Be part of a culture focused on creativity, growth, sustainability, and service excellence.
• Grow your career with Coury Hospitality, where development, leadership, and innovation are deeply valued.

Let's Redefine Hospitality Together

If you're passionate about culinary leadership, quality execution, and creating memorable dining experiences, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join Hotel Citrine and AC Hotel Palo Alto and help deliver exceptional hospitality through every meal, event, and guest interaction.

Here's the Core of Coury Hospitality:

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.

What else do YOU need to know...

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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