Hotel Executive Sous Chef

Grand Hyatt; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary & Discounted Hyatt Hotel

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Meals Provided

Career Growth

Job summary

Grand Hyatt San Antonio is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee daily culinary operations, working with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain excellence in kitchen performance. You will guide the culinary team, develop menus, and ensure high-quality guest experiences in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, budgeting, and safety conhecimentos, with hospitality experience and a track record of delivering exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in training culinary teams and managing staff.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Supervise Sous Chefs and culinary staff; guide food preparation and presentation.
• Develop creative menu items that align with Hyatt brand standards.
• Plan and execute events and holiday functions.
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

Staff training

Food safety

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Summary At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Organization- Grand Hyatt San Antonio Summary At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. The goal of the Executive Sous Chef is to work directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve the culinary operations. The ideal Executive Sous Chef will accomplish this by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience. Responsibilities include:

• 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 council 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 goals setting

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
• Schedule flexibility is required. Must be able to work any shift on any day, including weekends and holidays.
• Preferred candidates should have some formal culinary skills training and at least 3 years of culinary leadership experience

Benefits include:

• Complimentary & Discounted Hyatt Hotel Rooms
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Annual VIA Bus Pass/Discounted Parking
• Free Meals Provided in Employee Cafeteria
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Hyatt develops Executive Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Chef through the training of Banquets, Various Restaurants and Garde Manger. Executive Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Chef. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Executive Sous Chef and find yourself as the Executive Chef within a few years. 70% of management hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of the Leadership Committee is promoted from within. The statistics are there; make it your next step! Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer in the culinary field. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. "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."