Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,300.00 - $94,100.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Thompson Houston is a distinguished luxury hotel located in the heart of downtown Houston, Texas. Renowned for its blend of contemporary sophistication and Southern charm, Thompson Houston offers guests an immersive experience that combines upscale accommodations, state-of-the-art amenities, and exceptional hospitality. The hotel is celebrated for its rooftop pool deck providing stunning city views, elegant event spaces, and its commitment to delivering vibrant cultural experiences for both guests and locals. Managed in part by the globally recognized Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Thompson Houston emphasizes a high standard of service and culinary excellence that reflects the diverse spirit of Houston. The hotel’s... Show More
Job Requirements
- 6 years of progressive culinary experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Culinary degree or equivalent on-the-job training
- Prior independent restaurant or hotel pre-opening experience preferred
- Strong financial management skills including labor management cost controls and P&L accountability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and general kitchen management systems
- Must be highly organized flexible and capable of thriving in a fast-paced multi-outlet environment
- Geographic and scheduling flexibility
- Ability to work long and varied hours as business demands
Job Qualifications
- 6 years of progressive culinary experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role at a high-volume casual upscale or lifestyle restaurant
- Proven ability to lead and inspire diverse teams with strong training communication and conflict-resolution skills
- Culinary degree or equivalent on-the-job training prior independent restaurant and/or hotel pre-opening experience preferred
- Strong financial management skills including labor management cost controls and P&L accountability
- Exceptional creativity with a demonstrated ability to balance innovation and consistency
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and general kitchen management systems
- Service-oriented with professional presentation skills and a true desire to exceed guest expectations
- Must be highly organized flexible and capable of thriving in a fast-paced multi-outlet environment
- Geographic and scheduling flexibility ability to work long and varied hours as business demands
Job Duties
- Lead daily culinary operations for Sol 7 ensuring consistent quality timely execution and alignment with Hyatt brand standards
- Develop and implement innovative seasonal menus that reflect Houston's cultural influences while maximizing profitability
- Partner with the Hotel Executive Chef to drive culinary programming special events and holiday activations
- Manage kitchen staff and stewarding teams including scheduling training performance management and career development
- Oversee cost controls ordering inventory and waste reduction to meet financial and sustainability goals
- Maintain rigorous safety and sanitation practices across all kitchen and stewarding areas
- Collaborate with other hotel departments to ensure seamless guest experiences and cross-outlet consistency
- Serve as a mentor and motivator fostering a culture of excellence accountability and professional growth
- Represent the culinary team in departmental meetings providing input on strategy innovation and execution
- Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
- Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
- Supervise departmental Sous Chefs performance and provide them council as to the preparation and cooking of various food items
- Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards
- Plan coordinate and implement special events and holiday functions
- Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling payroll training coaching evaluating and hiring
- Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
- Monitor food production ordering cost and quality and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control
- Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
- Organize and facilitate departmental meetings training and goals setting
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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