Executive Chef: Italian Kitchen & Events

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with公司匹配

Free room nights and family/friendly'"

Free parking

Generous Paid Time Off

Wellbeing initiatives (Headspace)

Retail discounts (Apple, AT&T, Verizon

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across Hypsi, Bar Daphne, and Hotel Daphne’s event program in Houston. You will develop menus, manage purchasing and kitchen operations, and ensure food quality and presentation across multiple venues.

The role requires strong leadership, menu development expertise, and effective communication to support planned events and future expansion of the hotel’s culinary program.

Qualifications

• Experience with culinary operations in a hotel or similar environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Flexible availability including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to plan and develop menus for regular and event menus.
• Direct and supervise food preparation and purchasing across multiple kitchens/outlets.
• Analyze recipes to price menu items based on costs.
• Inspect supplies and equipment and coordinate purchases/repairs.
• Ensure quality and sanitation standards are met.
• Develop and execute presentation and plating standards.
• Coordinate with sales/events teams for menus at special occasions.
• Negotiate prices and orders with suppliers.
• Estimate quantities and costs of supplies; order accordingly.
• Maintain inventory standards and perform regular inventories.
• Prepare and cook foods for regular service and special events.
• Oversee hiring, training, and performance of kitchen staff.
• Train staff on preparation, garnishing, and presentation.
• Plan production schedules and staffing for timely delivery.
• Demonstrate new techniques and equipment; ensure staff understand roles.
• Maintain proper documentation and line-of-communication with all departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED; Culinary Institute preferred

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary direction across Hypsi, Bar Daphne, and Hotel Daphne’s event program in Houston. You will develop menus, manage purchasing and kitchen operations, and ensure food quality and presentation across multiple venues.

The role requires strong leadership, menu development expertise, and effective communication to support planned events and future expansion of the hotel’s culinary program.