EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $91,000.00 - $115,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
performance bonuses

Job Description

Hyatt is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality guest experiences through attentive and caring associates. The company prides itself on maintaining a culture that emphasizes innovation, respect, service-oriented approaches, and inclusion. Hyatt strives to create an environment where employees are empowered to exceed guest expectations, contributing to a memorable and authentic hospitality experience. This dedication has established Hyatt as a preferred choice for travelers seeking exceptional service, and a rewarding workplace for industry professionals. The company stands out not only for its luxurious properties but also for fostering an inclusive and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 to 10 years of culinary experience in a top-tier restaurant
  • Strong management and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities
  • Food handling certification such as NYC Department of Health Certification
  • Knowledge of OSHA and safety standards
  • Ability to train, develop and manage kitchen staff
  • Experience with scheduling, payroll, and inventory management
  • Capacity to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, and carry over 40 lbs
  • Previous experience in a unionized environment preferred
  • Culinary education or relevant on-the-job training
  • Fluency in English
  • Geographic and schedule flexibility
  • Knowledge of classical French cuisine preferred
  • Proficiency in Spanish or French a plus
  • Ability to maintain high sanitation and safety standards
  • Strong teamwork and delegation skills
  • Creativity in menu development preferred.

Job Qualifications

  • 5 to 10 years' experience in a top, first-class restaurant
  • In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
  • Background includes staff management, administrative responsibilities, and classical cuisine
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship skills
  • Experience with training, financial management, and customer service
  • Proficient in general computer knowledge
  • Culinary education and/or appropriate on-the-job training and hotel culinary experience
  • NYC Department of Health Food Handling Certification or similar
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
  • Previous experience in a unionized property a plus
  • Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred
  • Culinary Arts Degree or equivalent training desirable
  • H.S. graduate fluent in English and French desirable
  • Proficiency in Spanish or French desirable
  • Capable of producing consistent products in timely manner
  • True desire to exceed guest expectations in fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

  • Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
  • Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and other hotel departments
  • Develop and implement creative menu items adhering to Hyatt brand standards
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement special events and holiday functions
  • Manage hourly kitchen employees including scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring
  • Lead and coach the culinary team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction
  • Monitor food production, ordering, cost, quality, and consistency daily to ensure financial performance and control
  • Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
  • Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training, and goal setting
  • Supervise Steward Team and oversee all cleaning duties
  • Support Stewarding team in training, evaluation, counseling, and discipline
  • Oversee all restaurant kitchen operations
  • Ensure quality control and adherence to all recipes
  • Monitor portion control to protect food cost
  • Maintain all applicable sanitation codes and prepare for Department of Health inspections
  • Manage par stocks for Food and Beverage Outlets and issue equipment
  • Perform quarterly general storeroom inventory
  • Prepare daily work assignments and delegate to staff
  • Responsible for daily operation of employee cafeteria
  • Perform all assigned responsibilities
  • Train and develop kitchen personnel
  • Monitor workstations and assign duties
  • Prepare weekly staff schedule
  • Assist in hiring, counseling, and disciplining staff
  • Attend food and beverage departmental meetings
  • Assist in preparation of department schedules and payroll
  • Maintain cleaning standards adhering to food sanitation and Board of Health standards
  • Prepare weekly payroll
  • Take inventories of food and prep items
  • Assist with purchasing needs
  • Communicate with Food and Beverage department heads
  • Attend all appropriate meetings
  • Maintain clean, accurate master files
  • Manage procedural paperwork flow and distribution
  • Perform special tasks for events and annual projects.

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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