Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $49,500.00 - $66,800.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free room nights
discounted room rates
Medical insurance
prescription insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K with company match
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Paid new child leave
Paid personal day
Paid Family Bonding Time
Adoption assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
free colleague meals
Employee stock purchase plan
Retail Discounts
Job Description
Hyatt is a globally recognized hospitality company known for its commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive environments for travelers around the world. At Hyatt, the focus is on making every guest feel at home, turning trips into meaningful journeys, and cultivating a workplace where every individual's role is valued. Hyatt emphasizes connection, sustainability, and the celebration of individuality, making it a place where hospitality is more than a job—it is a career for people who truly care. Located inside the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the Grand Hyatt DFW exemplifies Hyatt's core values by delivering outstanding guest experiences and elevated service standards. This prestigious hotel has earned multiple accolades such as being ranked number 3 in Customer Service across the Americas for all brands, winning the TripAdvisor Traveler's Award 2025, Texas's Leading Airport Hotel 2025, and the AAA Four Diamond Award among others. These honors underscore the hotel’s dedication to excellence, colleague care, and its drive to create memorable and seamless experiences for all guests.
The Grand Hyatt DFW is currently seeking a talented and collaborative Banquet Sous Chef. This role is especially designed for a dynamic culinary professional who values leadership and quality. The Banquet Sous Chef will support the Executive Sous Chef and culinary management team in the precise execution of banquet and catering operations for a variety of high-profile events including meetings, conferences, weddings, and other special occasions. The successful candidate will be hands-on in managing food production with an eye on quality, presentation, consistency, sanitation, and operational efficiency—all crucial in a high-volume luxury hotel setting. This position demands a culinary leader passionate about hospitality, capable of motivating and coaching team members to uphold Hyatt’s renowned service standards. Responsibilities extend from supervising the banquet kitchen team during preparation and service to maintaining rigorous food safety and quality controls. The role also involves assistance with menu and buffet presentation, food cost management, and partnering with different hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution. With a strong emphasis on culinary excellence and guest satisfaction, the Banquet Sous Chef at Grand Hyatt DFW will play a pivotal role in maintaining the stellar reputation of this iconic hotel brand. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their culinary leadership career in a prestigious and highly respected hospitality destination. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, employee discounts, and more, providing a supportive and enriching work environment for every employee.
The Grand Hyatt DFW is currently seeking a talented and collaborative Banquet Sous Chef. This role is especially designed for a dynamic culinary professional who values leadership and quality. The Banquet Sous Chef will support the Executive Sous Chef and culinary management team in the precise execution of banquet and catering operations for a variety of high-profile events including meetings, conferences, weddings, and other special occasions. The successful candidate will be hands-on in managing food production with an eye on quality, presentation, consistency, sanitation, and operational efficiency—all crucial in a high-volume luxury hotel setting. This position demands a culinary leader passionate about hospitality, capable of motivating and coaching team members to uphold Hyatt’s renowned service standards. Responsibilities extend from supervising the banquet kitchen team during preparation and service to maintaining rigorous food safety and quality controls. The role also involves assistance with menu and buffet presentation, food cost management, and partnering with different hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution. With a strong emphasis on culinary excellence and guest satisfaction, the Banquet Sous Chef at Grand Hyatt DFW will play a pivotal role in maintaining the stellar reputation of this iconic hotel brand. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their culinary leadership career in a prestigious and highly respected hospitality destination. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, employee discounts, and more, providing a supportive and enriching work environment for every employee.
Job Requirements
- Culinary leadership experience preferred
- Experience in banquet production
- Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
- Ability to lead a culinary team
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull moderate to heavy items
- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced kitchen with exposure to heat, cold, and sharp equipment
- Ability to perform repetitive motions including bending, reaching, and kneeling
Job Qualifications
- Previous culinary leadership experience preferably as a Sous Chef or Jr. Sous Chef in a hotel, banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong banquet production experience
- Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred
- Proven knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, sanitation, and safety practices
- Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality standards
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple events and production timelines simultaneously
- Understanding of food cost controls, product utilization, and labor efficiency
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Experience in luxury hotel or convention-style banquet operations
- Strong background in plated service, buffet execution, and large-scale event production
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing event needs and guest expectations
- Passion for culinary excellence and colleague development
Job Duties
- Support the Executive Sous Chef and culinary leadership team in overseeing daily banquet kitchen operations
- Execute high-quality food production for banquet events, meetings, weddings, conferences, and special functions with consistency and attention to detail
- Supervise banquet culinary colleagues during prep, production, plating, and event execution
- Ensure recipes, portioning, presentation, and quality standards are consistently followed
- Assist with menu execution, buffet presentation, and plated meal service in accordance with Hyatt standards and event requirements
- Help manage food preparation timelines to ensure accurate and timely service for all banquet functions
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, food safety, and sanitation throughout the kitchen and storage areas
- Monitor product quality and freshness
- support proper storage, labeling, rotation, and inventory control
- Assist with ordering, receiving, and controlling food costs while minimizing waste
- Train, coach, and support culinary team members to build capability, consistency, and engagement
- Partner with banquet operations, events, stewarding, and other hotel teams to ensure seamless event execution
- Step in to lead the operation in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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