ABOUT THE ROLE:
Sutter Mansion is a 12-room boutique hotel in an 1881 Victorian mansion in San Francisco. We're transforming into a very special private members' club, and we need to begin elevating our dining offering. We're looking for a cook to run our kitchen and help us do that.
The job today is mostly breakfast for our hotel guests. We plan to add lunch soon. For the right person, the role can grow into dinners and private events. We're looking for someone who wants to grow with the kitchen.
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA 94109 (1409 Sutter St)
COMPENSATION: $23 $29 per hour depending on experience (negotiable)
JOB TYPE: Full-time or part-time
SCHEDULE: Mostly morning shifts to start; flexible, as many days a week as wanted
ABOUT US:
We took over the hotel this summer and we're investing in it. Food is a big part of where we're headed. Our breakfast is organic and made from scratch. The current menu includes congee, citrus French toast, Japanese-style egg salad and a potato hash. We keep the menu small so everything on it can be excellent.
We have a set of recipes to start from. We also want your ideas. Over time we'd like you to improve the menu and add dishes of your own.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and serve breakfast for hotel guests each morning
- Keep quality, portions and presentation consistent
- Accommodate guest dietary restrictions and preferences
- Keep the kitchen clean and organized; follow all food safety standards
- Track inventory, communicate ordering needs and minimize waste
- Be friendly and professional with guests
- Suggest new dishes, seasonal items and menu improvements
- Help launch lunch service; dinners and events may follow
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Professional cooking experience (breakfast experience a plus)
- Able to work independently most mornings you'll run the kitchen on your own
- Reliable and punctual; strong attention to detail
- Comfortable communicating with guests and staff in English
- California Food Handler card, or able to get one within 30 days
- Hotel, restaurant or private chef experience a plus
WHAT WE OFFER:
- $23 $29 per hour, negotiable based on experience
- A flexible schedule
- Real input on the menu
- Room to grow in hours, responsibility and pay as the kitchen expands
- A small, supportive team and a great vibe
HOW TO APPLY:
Email with your resume and a short note about your cooking background. Photos of food or sample menus are welcome.