Executive Chef: Italian Dining & Event Kitchen Lead

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Houston Heights is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across Hypsi, Bar Daphne, and the hotel’s evolving event program. You will develop menus, manage purchasing, and oversee kitchen operations to ensure consistent quality and thoughtful presentation for a growing dining and events concept.

You’ll mentor a kitchen team, drive food-beverage growth for planned event spaces, and champion the hotel’s culture and standards.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED; culinary institute certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant kitchen leadership experience.
• Experience with inventory controls, purchasing, and cost management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary direction across multiple outlets; plan menus and events.
• Supervise kitchen operations, purchasing, and food preparation.
• Monitor quality, portions, and presentation to maintain high standards.
• Plan inventories, order supplies, and manage vendors.
• Train and coach staff; enforce safety and food-handling protocols.
• Collaborate with events team to support private dining and group functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary Institute certificate preferred

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Houston Heights is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across Hypsi, Bar Daphne, and the hotel’s evolving event program. You will develop menus, manage purchasing, and oversee kitchen operations to ensure consistent quality and thoughtful presentation for a growing dining and events concept.

You’ll mentor a kitchen team, drive food-beverage growth for planned event spaces, and champion the hotel’s culture and standards.