Executive Chef

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Angel Stradom Hotel SP. Z. O. O. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Job Description

Accountable for the overall success of the daily kitchen operations. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff and managing all food-related functions. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maximising the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Supervises 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).

• Lead kitchen team reflecting Stardom House Hotel identity – blend international expectations with Polish hospitality
• Direct daily operations: breakfast, à la carte, room service, events
• Perform employee duties when needed, including traditional Polish cooking (żurek, golonka, sernik)
• Set performance standards using local ingredients (oscypek, pierogi, Krakow sausage)
• Build trust among diverse team (Polish & international staff)
• Model respect for Polish culinary heritage & modern food trends
• Apply policies aligned with Polish labor laws & hotel standards
• Adjust staffing for Krakow peak seasons (spring, summer, Christmas markets)
• Supervise preparation of traditional & international dishes
• Demonstrate techniques with energy efficiency & local sourcing (Stary Kleparz market)
• Develop purchasing guidelines prioritizing Małopolska suppliers
• Set performance, budget, team goals aligned with hotel brand
• Communicate safety procedures: HACCP + Polish sanitary standards (GIS)
• Manage food cost, supplies, uniforms, equipment – consider Poland’s VAT & import costs
• Participate in budgeting
• Direct menu development: Polish tradition + international flair for Old Town & Jewish Quarter guests
• Monitor quality of regional products (obwarzanek, highland cheeses)
• Create food displays inspired by Polish holidays (Wigilia, Easter, St. John’s Night)
• Ensure food handling compliance & maintain Polish sanitary certificate (książeczka sanitarno-epidemiologiczna)
• Prepare foods for VIP events, weddings, corporate dinners
• Create “star moments” with personalized Polish dishes, live cooking, chef’s table
• Engage guests at breakfast/dinners to explain Polish specialties
• Adapt menus for dietary needs using Krakow-area farm produce
• Partner with front-of-house for MICE events, concerts, film gatherings
• Respond to guest feedback on Google, Booking.com, TripAdvisor
• Language: English required; Polish highly desirable
• Must appreciate Krakow’s culinary scene (milk bars to fine dining)
• Must be eligible to work in Poland/EU; relocation support possible

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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