Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & High-Volume Ops

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in the United States seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, menu planning, provisioning, and sanitation at a high-volume property. You will train culinary staff, maintain Hyatt service standards, and drive quality and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity under pressure, and excellent communication. Long hours and collaboration with hotel leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive hotel culinary experience.
• At least 4 years in a senior culinary role.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Experience training food prep employees.
• Instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.
• Teach consistency in preparation and presentation.
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques.
• Ensure quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to.
• Coach and counsel employees to Hyatt service standards and procedures.
• Interact effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Lead kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation and sanitation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

High energy

Customer service

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in the United States seeks an Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, menu planning, provisioning, and sanitation at a high-volume property. You will train culinary staff, maintain Hyatt service standards, and drive quality and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity under pressure, and excellent communication. Long hours and collaboration with hotel leadership are expected.