Sous Chef

Hyatt Regency Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Vacation and paid time off

Pet insurance

Life insurance and disability

401(k) with company match

Hotel room discount

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Greenwich, in Greenwich, CT, is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to plan and manage the hotel’s kitchen operations, including procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food.

You will supervise and develop the kitchen staff, control labor and food costs, and assist the Executive Chef with menu costing and seasonal menus; flexibility for AM/PM/weekend/holiday shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Two+ years post-high school education; culinary education is desirable.
• Five+ years in a related role; hotel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, budgeting, safety, and hospitality law.
• Leadership to motivate and develop staff; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage kitchen staff in procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all hotel food.
• Interview, hire, schedule, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel associates; conduct reviews.
• Schedule and supervise maintenance and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.
• Monitor labor and food costs; report budgets and ensure quality.
• Assist Executive Chef with menu costing and seasonal/menu implementation.
• Cover Executive Chef in their absence; maintain flexible AM/PM/weekend/holiday availability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Hospitality industry knowledge

Staff development

Education

Post-high school education

Culinary education desirable

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.

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

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.

• 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

• 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.

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.

Culture

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our “love” to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We’re always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future.

We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.