Executive Chef - Culinary Visionary & Team Leader

Hyatt Taleo; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off and family benefits

Job summary

Thompson Austin, part of Hyatt, seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, drive menu development, and uphold the highest culinary standards for a luxury hotel. You will train culinary staff, manage costs, and collaborate with F&B leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role demands creativity, strong communication, and a track record in high-volume properties. You will work long hours under pressure, reporting to the General Manager and engaging with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive luxury hotel F&B experience.
• At least 4 years in a senior culinary role.
• Clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the culinary vision for the organization, including menu development, recipe creation, food presentation, food description cards.
• Train and manage a team of cooks and kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with Hyatt and State safety and sanitation regulations.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking activities to ensure quality and consistency of dishes.
• Utilize Hyatt SOP systems for cost control, quality standards, menu costing and analytics.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate them into menu planning.
• Coordinate with events teams for weddings or corporate dinners and manage production schedules.

Skills

High energy

Entrepreneurial spirit

Motivational leader

High-volume property

Effective communicator

Bottom-line improvement

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Thompson Austin, part of Hyatt, seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, drive menu development, and uphold the highest culinary standards for a luxury hotel. You will train culinary staff, manage costs, and collaborate with F&B leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role demands creativity, strong communication, and a track record in high-volume properties. You will work long hours under pressure, reporting to the General Manager and engaging with senior leadership.