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Hotel Kansas City

Executive Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,400.00 - $81,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
retirement plans
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Meal Allowances

Job Description

The Hotel Kansas City stands proudly within the historic Kansas City Club building, offering a destination that marries the old-world charm of a historic social club with modern luxury and elegance. This premier hotel has inherited a legacy spanning over 100 years as the city's premier social meeting place, and it continues to provide a truly unique and memorable experience for guests and visitors. Featuring 144 beautifully appointed guest rooms, the hotel also boasts a variety of exceptional amenities including the Town Company, a farm-to-table restaurant, a live music cellar cocktail bar, and a lively lobby lounge and bar where... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of 3 years of culinary experience in banquet or hotel kitchen settings
  • demonstrated leadership skills in managing a team
  • knowledge of food safety regulations
  • ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • strong organizational skills
  • good communication skills
  • physical ability to stand for long periods and handle kitchen equipment

Job Qualifications

  • proven experience as a sous chef or executive sous chef in a hotel or high-volume banquet environment
  • strong leadership and team management skills
  • excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen safety standards
  • ability to develop creative menus and recipes in line with brand standards
  • effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • experience in budgeting and cost control
  • certification in food safety and sanitation
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • support senior leadership as an active participant and contributor to the Associate Leadership Committee (ALC)
  • liaison between Director of Food & Beverage and all departments within the culinary division including stewarding and other hotel departments
  • develop and implement creative menu items adhering to Hyatt brand standards
  • coach and develop Banquet Sous Chef on preparation and cooking of various food items
  • supervise stewarding department and manage all stewarding inventory and storage
  • collaborate with leaders and other departments to manage and improve critical employee life cycle and administrative processes including scheduling, payroll, training, recruitment, learning & development
  • lead, develop, and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
  • monitor food production, ordering, cost, quality and consistency daily ensuring financial performance and control
  • ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen and stewarding facilities and equipment
  • provide timely and helpful information and feedback through various communication channels including departmental meetings, huddles, regular check-ins, and on-the-spot coaching

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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