Erik Dandee has been appointed Executive and Head Chef at The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection in Sacramento
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection, located in downtown Sacramento, has appointed Erik Dandee as the property's new Executive Chef, overseeing all culinary operations for the hotel, including its acclaimed farm-to-fork restaurant, Grange Restaurant & Bar. With more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality and fine dining, Dandee brings a passion for local sourcing, culinary innovation, and guest-focused hospitality to one of the city's most iconic hotels and historic landmarks.
Dandee joins The Citizen Hotel from Palm Springs, where he most recently served as Area Executive Chef for Proper Hospitality. There, he oversaw all culinary operations for the company's two desert locations, Avalon Hotel & Bungalows and the historic Ingleside Estate, including the properties' chef-driven signature restaurants, banquets and catering operations, and room service offerings. Prior to his role with Proper Hospitality, Chef Erik served as Culinary Director of Craft House Restaurant Group where he directed operations across five distinct concepts, led store openings, spearheaded menu development, and managed culinary teams. His resume also includes executive chef roles at Solvang's Sear Steakhouse, F10 Creative, and Wolfgang Puck Bar + Kitchen, as well as a host of leading restaurants along the West Coast and Southwest. He began his career with formal culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu in Scottsdale, AZ.
In his new role, Chef Erik will continue to build upon the farm-to-fork philosophy for which The Citizen Hotel and Grange Restaurant & Bar has garnered national attention and countless accolades including recognition in the prestigious MICHELIN Guide. Known for his ability to blend classical training with modern sensibility, Dandee's culinary philosophy is rooted in showcasing seasonal ingredients at their peak, celebrating local farmers and artisans, and creating authentic, memorable dining experiences.
The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection is located at 926 J St, Sacramento. The property is managed by Evolution Lifestyle, an operating division of Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading, global hospitality management company and the world's largest third-party operator known for delivering outstanding service and creating memorable guest experiences every day with every interaction. For more information, visit www.thecitizenhotel.com or call (916) 447-2700. Or follow the property on Facebook or Instagram.
