Sous Chef

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts operates Hyatt Regency Greenwich in Greenwich, CT, seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to lead procurement, production, and presentation of all hotel food. Ensure safe, sanitary operations while achieving profitability and standards.

The role demands 5+ years in foodservice leadership, hotel experience preferred, and strong leadership, time management, and communication abilities. Flexibility for AM/PM shifts and weekends is required; assist in seasonal menus and may stand in

Qualifications

• Two+ years of post-high school education; culinary education desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of food profession and management of associates in F&B.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, marketing plans, safety programs, budgeting, and planning.
• Leadership to motivate staff and meet goals.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily production, preparation, and presentation of hotel food for restaurant(s) and room service, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Manage HR in production areas: hire, schedule, train, develop, coach, and evaluate staff.
• Schedule and manage kitchen maintenance and sanitation to ensure safe operations.
• Monitor and control labor and food costs; prepare reports to meet budgets.
• Promote Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities.
• Assist Executive Chef in costing and implementing seasonal menus.
• May assume Executive Chef responsibilities in their absence.
• Maintain attendance and regular availability; perform other duties as assigned.
• Flexible schedule; AM/PM/Weekend/Holiday availability.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Team supervision

Education

Culinary education

Post-high school education

Job description

About Us

An iconic hotel in Greenwich, the Hyatt Regency Greenwich has been fully re-imagined, creating a new and unique experience in Fairfield County. With a strong emphasis on art, design, storytelling, and innovation, our hotel embodies the rich cultural and natural tapestries of Greenwich, expressing the comforts of home with the history of Greenwich as its creative lens. At the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, we believe that the charm and history of Connecticut is a source of inspiration to all. That’s why we’ve created a hotel experience that puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and be inspired when you enjoy all the benefits of a home away from home. Our local associates benefits including a hot meal in our associate cafeteria, free parking, access to our fitness center and pool, as well as discounts at Hop Scotch Salon.

About Us

An iconic hotel in Greenwich, the Hyatt Regency Greenwich has been fully re-imagined, creating a new and unique experience in Fairfield County. With a strong emphasis on art, design, storytelling, and innovation, our hotel embodies the rich cultural and natural tapestries of Greenwich, expressing the comforts of home with the history of Greenwich as its creative lens. At the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, we believe that the charm and history of Connecticut is a source of inspiration to all. That’s why we’ve created a hotel experience that puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and be inspired when you enjoy all the benefits of a home away from home. Our local associates benefits including a hot meal in our associate cafeteria, free parking, access to our fitness center and pool, as well as discounts at Hop Scotch Salon.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Plan and manage the kitchen staff in the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the hotel in a safe, sanitary work environment which conforms to all standards and regulations and achieves profitable, competitive, quality products.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage the daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for the hotel's restaurant(s) and room service to ensure a quality, consistent product is produced which conforms to all HEI Franchise standards.
• Manage Human Resources in the production and preparation areas of the kitchen in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates while providing a safe work environment; interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, recommend and conduct performance and salary reviews, provide open communication vehicles, recommend discipline and termination, as appropriate.
• Schedule and manage the maintenance and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets or exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards, and regulations.
• Monitor, analyze and control all labor and food costs; prepare the appropriate reports, charts, and schedules to ensure budgets are met or exceeded while quality is maintained or improved.
• Promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.
• Assist the Executive Chef in the creation, costing and implementation of seasonal and special menus.
• Should assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in his or her absence.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
• Flexible schedule required
• AM/PM/Weekend/Holiday availability needed

Qualifications And Skills

• Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable.
• Five+ years of employment in a related position.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of associates and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.
• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.