Jr. Sous Chef

Hyatt Hotels; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Kansas City is seeking a Jr. Sous Chef to assist in managing the culinary department. This role involves supporting senior leadership, supervising food preparation, and ensuring high-quality guest experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with culinary education or on-the-job training. Excellent benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts on room rates.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K eligible at 30 days

Free room nights

Discounted Room Rates

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Family Bonding Time

Free colleague meals during shift

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in food and beverage management required.
• Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming basic management responsibilities.
• Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Relationship Skills

Education

Culinary Education

Job description

Setting the standard for grand hospitality, Hotel Kansas City has delivered an experience like no other since its opening in late 2020. Named one of the “Best New Hotels in the World” by Travel + Leisure, and Kansas City’s newest #1 Hotel on TripAdvisor, guests can indulge in Victorian-inspired guest rooms merged with modern twists, preserved touches like hand-hewn walnut and stained glass windows, and multiple show-stopping food and beverage outlets. Centrally located in the historic Kansas City Club Building, the hotel is only steps away from the city’s best nightlife, restaurants, and shopping.

The goal of the Jr. Sous Chef is to assist in management of 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 Jr. Sous Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entire operation in the absence of the Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef. The ideal Jr. Sous Chef will accomplish their tasks by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team and ensuring a positive guest experience.

Additional responsibilities include :

· 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

· 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

· Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

· At least 1 year in food and beverage management required

· 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

· Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred

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.

We have excellent benefits!

· Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance & 401K eligible at 30 days!

· Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates

· Generous Paid Time Off

· Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance

· Free colleague meals during shift

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan

· Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more