Executive Chef: Lead High-Volume Hotel Culinary Team

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

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead the Grand Hyatt San Francisco kitchen, overseeing menu planning, provisioning, cooking and sanitation while directing culinary staff to uphold Hyatt standards.

The role requires 6+ years in progressive hotel culinary roles (preferably Hyatt) and at least 4 years in a senior culinary leadership position, with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Word/Excel expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years progressive hotel culinary experience ( Hyatt preferred).
• At least 4 years in a senior culinary leadership role.
• Strong leadership, high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and exceptional communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, cooking, and sanitation.
• Direct training of culinary staff and kitchen workers.
• Ensure quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Lead with Hyatt service standards and effective people management.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Staff training

Safety & sanitation

Communication skills

English language proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an Executive Chef to lead the Grand Hyatt San Francisco kitchen, overseeing menu planning, provisioning, cooking and sanitation while directing culinary staff to uphold Hyatt standards.

The role requires 6+ years in progressive hotel culinary roles (preferably Hyatt) and at least 4 years in a senior culinary leadership position, with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Word/Excel expected.