Kitchen F&B Host (Mornings)

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hotel brand is looking for a Kitchen Host in Santa Cruz, CA, to oversee food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The role involves preparing food per brand standards, greeting guests, and ensuring a positive dining experience. Ideal candidates should be able to communicate effectively and take pride in their work. Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, maintaining inventory, and assisting with various tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with guests and take pride in food presentation.
• Must ensure cleanliness and safety in food preparation.
• Experience with food handling techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items according to Hyatt Brand standards.
• Greet guests and monitor dining area during mealtime.
• Follow recipes to maintain consistency and freshness.
• Bus tables and interact with guests.
• Operate dish machine and wash all utensils according to standards.
• Sweep and mop floors in kitchen and dining area.

Job description

The Kitchen Host is the master of both the Assembly Kitchen (back of house) and the Guest Gallery Kitchen (front of house), ensuring guests enjoy their travel experience by preparing and serving delicious meals. He/she can easily communicate with our guests, making a connection and taking pride in a well-presented entrée.

The Kitchen Host is responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen, including dishes, flatware and related equipment. Must ensure the kitchen is clean, orderly and sanitized. Must prepare quality food in a safe and efficient manner complying with proper food handling techniques. Must operate a dish machine properly following training.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare all food items in accordance with Hyatt Brand standards.
• Greets guests and monitors the dining area during mealtime to ensure adequate supplies and that guest needs are met.
• Follow recipes to control production and maintain consistency and freshness.
• Bus tables and interact with guests.
• Operate dish machine in the prescribed manner and wash all china, glass, silver, pots, pans, etc. according to standards.
• Sweep and mop floors in kitchen and dining room, throughout the shift.
• Maintains inventory of food and utensils. Perform any additional tasks requested by management.