Chef Tournant

National Black MBA Association; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality brand as a Chef Tournant where you'll oversee culinary operations and staff, ensuring high-quality food production and exceptional guest service. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment that values teamwork and development.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Support

Growth Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Desire to progress to Executive Sous Chef.
• Strong training and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in the preparation and cooking of food items.
• Manage kitchen staff including scheduling and training.
• Plan and coordinate special events and functions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Relationship Skills

Education

Culinary education

Job description

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleague's become family. Our colleagues have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest growing hospitality brands. As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what's most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

A Chef Tournant is a member of the culinary team whose job involves stepping in when needed to complete a variety of culinary duties, all of which have an important role in the quality of the final product.

What You'll Do:

• Act as Senior Sous Chef leadership by assuming key management responsibilities in both outlet and banquet settings
• Directly reports to Executive Sous Chef.
• Assume the role of liaison between all dining room, banquet management and culinary staff members.
• Supervise and participate in the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Help develop and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept.
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions.
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring.
• May manage other key culinary leadership rolls 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.
• Participate in marketing events directly related to their specific restaurant.

**The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing.Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Why Choose Hyatt:

At Hyatt, your success matters. We offer:

• Competitive Salary:$62,900.00 - $78,500.00.
• Health Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting after just 30 days
• Perks & Discounts:
  • Free and discounted room nights
  • Friends & family rates at Hyatt properties
  • Discounts on food and beverage
  • Exclusive savings on tech, wellness apps, and more (e.g., Apple, AT&T, Headspace)
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off, including new child leave
• Retirement Support:401(k) matching (up to 4%) and employee stock purchase plan
• Growth Opportunities:Tuition reimbursement and robust training programs
• Everyday Conveniences:Meal credit for employees

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations, including restaurant & banquet experience
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Desire to progress to Executive Sous Chef
• 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 and detailed in execution.
• Strong training and communication skills.
• Culinary education and/or on the job training in large scale independent restaurant/hotel experience preferred.
• Schedule flexibility needed.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.