Hotel Restaurant Sous Chef

Grand Hyatt; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel rooms discount

PTO

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Bus pass/parking discount

Free meals

Career growth

Job summary

Grand Hyatt San Antonio is seeking a talented Sous Chef to lead a busy culinary team within our hotel. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to create menus, supervise prep and cooking, and ensure Hyatt brand standards are met in every plate.

The role requires strong leadership, training, and cost control skills, with a focus on guest satisfaction. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities within Hyatt's internal promotion culture.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication abilities for managing a kitchen team.
• Experience in training and staff development within a high-volume kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Ability to oversee operations and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by taking on basic management duties.
• Liaise between culinary and other hotel departments.
• Supervise preparation and cooking of items.
• Develop and implement creative Hyatt-compliant menus.
• Plan and coordinate events and holiday functions.
• Manage hourly kitchen staff: scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, and hiring.
• May supervise other Sous Chefs as needed.
• Lead the team toward exceptional guest service and satisfaction.
• Monitor production, ordering, cost, and quality daily.
• Ensure safety and sanitation of kitchen facilities and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training

Staff management

Cost control

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

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.

Our Hyatt Culture is represented by our mission, values, and goals through: Innovative, Respect, Service-Oriented and Inclusion. Innovative, Hyatt is forward thinking and passionate as we seek new ways to advance in the hospitality industry. Respect, Hyatt associates are inspired by the team's spirit and camaraderie given to one another. Service-Oriented, Hyatt is customer focused by providing authentic hospitality in every way every time. Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity is an integral part of who we are and what we represent.

The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to create, implement and maintain quality standards. In some instances the Sous Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entire operation in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef. The ideal Sous Chef will accomplish their tasks 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

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities
• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments
• Supervise 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
• May manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs
• 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
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

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
• 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
• Strong training and communication skills
• Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred
• Must be able to relocate to San Antonio, TX if not already local, and schedule flexibility is preferred
• Must be Food Manager/Food Handler Certified

Benefits include

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

Hyatt develops Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Sous Chef through the training of Banquets, Restaurants and Garde Manager. Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Sous Chef and find yourself as a Executive Sous Chef within a few years. 70% of management hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of Managing 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.