Executive Sous Chef

Hyatt Regency; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Free on-site parking

Discounted hotel room nights

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full-Time)

Retirement Savings Plan

Generous PTO earned

Job summary

A prominent hotel chain located in Frisco, Texas, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead their culinary team. This role involves managing kitchen operations, developing menu items, and ensuring exceptional service standards within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills along with culinary education. Perks include free meals during shifts and insurance for full-time colleagues.

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship skills.
• Experience with training, financial management, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing key management responsibilities.
• Supervise departmental Sous Chefs’ performance.
• Develop and implement creative menu items.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Culinary Operations

Education

Culinary education or equivalent experience

Job description

Organization - Hyatt Regency Frisco - Dallas

Hyatt Regency Frisco is conveniently located 25 minutes north of Dallas with 303 guestrooms and 27,500 square feet of event space. The 18‑story hotel is situated in the heart of Frisco, TX at the Stonebriar Centre. Just steps from Dr. Pepper Stadium, FC Dallas / Toyota Stadium, Frisco Discovery Center, and many entertainment and dining options.

Executive Sous Chef Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
• Supervise departmental Sous Chefs’ performance and provide them counsel as to the preparation and cooking of various food items
• Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
• Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goal setting

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked
• Free parking on‑site
• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full‑Time colleagues)
• Flexible Spending Account (Full‑Time colleagues)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Basic Life Insurance
• Generous PTO earned
• Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts

Our Values: Empathy | Wellbeing | Respect | Integrity | Experimentation | Inclusion

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
• Experience with training, financial management and customer service
• Proficient in general computer knowledge
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast‑paced customer service environment
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
• Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on‑the‑job training and hotel culinary experience
• Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred