Sous Chef

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Free on-site parking

Discounted hotel room nights

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Savings Plan with company 


Basic Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Frisco is seeking a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team, partnering with the Executive Sous Chef to uphold Hyatt standards and drive daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include oversight of food preparation, staff development, and ensuring guest satisfaction through quality, safety, and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to delivering memorable experiences for guests at a top Frisco property.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in training and developing team members, basic financial management, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, and sanitation practices.
• Culinary degree and/or equivalent hands-on culinary training.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assume core management responsibilities with senior leadership.
• Serve as liaison between culinary division and other hotel departments.
• Oversee preparation and execution of a variety of food offerings.
• Develop and implement innovative menu items that align with Hyatt brand standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute special events, seasonal promotions, and holidays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Food safety

Cost management

Coaching

Culinary expertise

Education

Culinary degree

Equivalent hands-on training

Tools

Standard computer applications

Job description

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"I joined as a server on the catering staff. Thanks to Hyatt's training and support, I now oversee a brilliant team that helps brings events to life."

Hyatt Regency Frisco is conveniently located just 25 minutes north of Dallas and features 303 guestrooms and 27,500 square feet of flexible event space. This 18-story hotel is situated in the heart of Frisco, Texas, adjacent to Stonebriar Centre and just steps away from Riders Field, Toyota Stadium (home of FC Dallas), the Frisco Discovery Center, and a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations.

The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role within the culinary team, partnering closely with the Executive Sous Chef to create, implement, and maintain exceptional quality standards across all food operations. In the absence of the Executive Sous Chef, the Sous Chef may assume responsibility for the entire culinary operation. Success in this role requires strong leadership, organization, and a commitment to delivering memorable guest experiences through effective oversight of daily kitchen operations and team development.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming core management responsibilities.
• Serve as a liaison between the culinary division and all other hotel departments.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of a variety of food offerings.
• Develop and implement innovative menu items that align with Hyatt brand standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute special events, seasonal promotions, and holiday functions.
• Manage hourly culinary colleagues, including scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, performance evaluations, and hiring.
• Provide leadership and direction to culinary supervisors, Sous Chefs, and other kitchen leaders, as assigned.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the culinary team to achieve outstanding guest service and colleague satisfaction results.
• Monitor food production, purchasing, costs, quality, and consistency on a daily basis.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Complimentary meals in our colleague cafeteria during every shift worked
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted and complimentary hotel room nights
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Basic Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement throughout Hyatt Hotels & Resorts worldwide

Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands excellence while offering meaningful rewards. Whether you are seeking career advancement, professional development, or a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, Hyatt provides the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Our Values: Empathy | Wellbeing | Respect | Integrity | Experimentation | Inclusion

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.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of all kitchen operations, including food preparation, production, and sanitation practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in training and developing team members, basic financial management, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and systems.
• Passion for exceeding guest expectations in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality culinary offerings while meeting established timelines.
• Strong coaching, training, and communication abilities.
• Culinary degree and/or equivalent hands-on culinary training
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hotel culinary leadership experience required.

Minimum of two (2) years of banquet and event culinary experience required

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