Mark Scheck Named Executive Chef at Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, by Valencia Hotel Collection, announces Mark Scheck has been named Executive Chef at the property. As Executive Chef, he is responsible for the menus for the hotel’s Dorrego’s Restaurant and Naranja Tequila and Mezcal Bar, as well as catering for meetings, banquets and special events, and in-room dining service. 

 

Before being promoted to Executive Chef at Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Scheck served as Sous Chef at the hotel. He joined the hotel in 2024, coming from the Carter Creek Winery Resort and Spa in Johnson City, Texas, where he served as Executive Chef. Before this position, he worked as a Banquet Chef at Hotel Irvine in Irvine, Calif., and previously as Chef de Cuisine at Mission Hill Restaurant in Riverside, Calif. He also held several food and beverage (F&B) positions at various dining establishments in California. Scheck holds a bachelor’s degree in Culinary Management from the Art Institute of California and an associate degree in Occupational Studies from the California Culinary Academy.

 

“Chef Mark brings a diverse culinary skill set and unique perspective to our two restaurants, and will take our F&B programs to a new level,” said Safet Dokara, General Manager of Hotel Valencia Riverwalk. “He is the driving creative talent behind our planned roll-out of exciting new menu offerings.”

 

Valencia Hotel Collection is a Texas-based portfolio of independent boutique hotels known for timeless design, exceptional hospitality, and thoughtfully curated experiences. Spanning seven distinctive properties, Valencia Hotel Collection includes two luxury flagships—Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas and Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California—celebrated for their Old-World Spanish architecture, refined accommodations, and world-class dining in prime urban settings. Complementing these are five elevated urban-retreat properties: Cotton Court in Lubbock; Cavalry Court and The George in College Station; Texican Court in Irving; and Lone Star Court in Austin; along with Caravan Court in Arlington, set to open in 2026. Each property offers a distinct sense of place, seamlessly blending local love with elevated comforts and exceptional culinary offerings. Whether seeking a luxury getaway or a community-connected stay, Valencia Hotel Collection invites travelers to experience hospitality with soul, style, and authenticity. To learn more about each property within the collection, valenciahotelcollection.com.

 

Valencia Hotel Group, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is the development powerhouse behind Valencia Hotel Collection, specializing in both new hotel construction and the transformation of acquired properties. Redefining luxury, Valencia Hotel Group excels in all facets of hospitality management and development, including branding, consulting, community engagement, and ongoing operations and logistics management. With a proven track record in identifying prime locations and delivering properties that resonate with the community, Valencia Hotel Group infuses distinctive design and character into every destination. For more details and to experience the essence of culturally rich hospitality, visit www.valenciahotelgroup.com.