Chef de Cuisine - Lead, Create & Elevate Resort Kitchen

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Kauai seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen operations of our poolside restaurant, creating innovative menus and guiding a talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus, train staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain cost controls while upholding Ecosure standards. This is a full-time role based at Grand Hyatt Kauai.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead and develop diverse culinary teams.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, high-expectation resort environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily kitchen operations for restaurant, ensuring high-quality cuisine.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal updates, and special offerings.
• Train, mentor, and supervise all kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional team culture.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and Ecosure standards.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost controls to meet financial and quality goals.
• Ensure proper equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Partner with restaurant leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Review sales and guest feedback to continuously improve menu performance and satisfaction.
• Oversee team communications and pre-shift briefings.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Menu development

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Kauai seeks a Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen operations of our poolside restaurant, creating innovative menus and guiding a talented culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus, train staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and maintain cost controls while upholding Ecosure standards. This is a full-time role based at Grand Hyatt Kauai.