Executive Chef - Luxury Hotel Dining Leader

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare plans

401(k) plan

Discounted room stays at Hyatt hotels

Free colleague meals during shifts

Wellbeing and educational assistance

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Denver is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for Chez Maggy, Bar M and In Room Dining, to lead culinary operations with Ludo Lefebvre's team and create memorable guest experiences.

You will partner with Chef Ludo, design menus, oversee training, scheduling, and cost control, and mentor culinary staff in a fast-paced luxury environment.

This role embodies Hyatt values and offers a dynamic, inclusive culture with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations.
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills.
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service.
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment.
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Strong training and communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities.
• Assume the role of liaison between heart of house and front of house
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Collaborate and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept.
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions.
• Manage culinary colleagues through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring.
• Develop and mentor colleagues including culinary leads, supervisors and Sous Chefs.
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and colleague satisfaction results.
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis.
• Participate in marketing events directly related to our restaurants.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Leadership

Training & financial management

Guest service

Flex scheduling

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Denver is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for Chez Maggy, Bar M and In Room Dining, to lead culinary operations with Ludo Lefebvre's team and create memorable guest experiences.

You will partner with Chef Ludo, design menus, oversee training, scheduling, and cost control, and mentor culinary staff in a fast-paced luxury environment.

This role embodies Hyatt values and offers a dynamic, inclusive culture with opportunities for growth.