Hotel Executive Sous Chef: Lead, Inspire & Elevate Service

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Free hotel stays

Job summary

Thompson Dallas is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef and lead day-to-day culinary operations across restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong culinary background, operational excellence, financial acumen, and a passion for coaching high-performing teams.

Responsibilities include menu development, labor management, inventory controls, and ensuring Hyatt brand standards while delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Progressive culinary leadership in high-volume hotel or resort.
• Strong financial management of labor and food costs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience mentoring culinary teams.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary operations across outlets including restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.
• Lead and develop Sous Chefs and culinary staff while maintaining high standards.
• Collaborate on menu development and recipe standardization.
• Manage labor, inventories, and food costs to maximize profitability.
• Ensure Hyatt brand standards and safety compliance in kitchen operations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Mentoring & development

Food safety & HACCP

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Thompson Dallas is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to partner with the Executive Chef and lead day-to-day culinary operations across restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining. This hands-on leadership role requires a strong culinary background, operational excellence, financial acumen, and a passion for coaching high-performing teams.

Responsibilities include menu development, labor management, inventory controls, and ensuring Hyatt brand standards while delivering outstanding guest experiences.