Sous Chef

San Diego, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $63,000.00 - $94,500.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

sick leave

Medical Healthcare

Paid Family Bonding Time

Adoption assistance

discounted and complimentary rooms at Hyatt locations

free colleague meals

free parking during shifts

Job Description

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina, located in the heart of Mission Bay, San Diego, is a premier resort-style hotel renowned for its picturesque waterfront views, proximity to popular attractions like SeaWorld and Belmont Park, and its commitment to providing exceptional hospitality experiences. The hotel offers a vibrant environment with its pools, waterslides, and stunning sunsets, making it a favored destination for both leisure and business travelers. Hyatt, as a global hospitality company, prides itself on its culture of care and attentiveness, where talented colleagues are inspired to exceed guest expectations and unlock career growth opportunities. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay embodies these values by fostering a supportive and enriching workplace where employees are motivated to thrive and deliver meaningful service to each guest. This establishment stands out as a beacon of the San Diego lifestyle, combining relaxation and excitement in an unmatched seaside setting.Employment Type for this position is full-time, and the salary range is between $63,000 and $94,500 annually. This compensation reflects Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina's commitment to rewarding top talent in hospitality and is influenced by factors such as experience and education.The role of Sous Chef at Hyatt Regency Mission Bay is a dynamic and influential position within the culinary department. The Sous Chef plays a crucial role in supporting the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef by managing operations within a specific culinary department, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and guest satisfaction are consistently met. This leadership role involves overseeing food preparation, supervising kitchen staff, and contributing to innovative menu development aligned with Hyatt’s brand standards. The Sous Chef also takes charge during the absence of senior culinary leadership, demonstrating the importance of strong managerial capabilities and culinary expertise. Additionally, the Sous Chef collaborates closely with other hotel departments to maintain smooth operational flow and stellar service delivery.This position offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals to grow within Hyatt’s renowned training programs, with a clear pathway for advancement to Executive Sous Chef. Responsibilities include mentoring and developing kitchen team members, planning special events and holiday functions, managing schedules and payroll for hourly employees, and ensuring strict adherence to health and safety regulations. The role demands excellent communication, organizational skills, and a passion for exceeding guest expectations in a fast-paced environment. Hyatt values culinary creativity, operational excellence, and leadership skills, all of which are essential to thriving and excelling as a Sous Chef at this esteemed resort property in Southern California.

Job Requirements

Possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States
culinary education or equivalent on the job experience
prior experience in kitchen operations
ability to lead and manage culinary staff
strong communication and organizational skills
proficiency with computer systems
ability to work in a fast-paced environment
willing to work flexible hours
commitment to uphold safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
experience with training, basic financial management and customer service
proficient in general computer knowledge
a true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
strong training and communication skills
culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred
schedule flexibility preferred

Job Duties

Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities
assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
supervise 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
may manage other key culinary leadership roles including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs
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
ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment