Sous Chef- Banquet Focused | Benefits Include: Paid Vacation, Free Room Nights, and MANY MORE!

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging- of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone’s role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Step off AirTrain and into the lobby of Grand Hyatt at SFO. Enjoy luxury hotel rooms and suites that feature stunning views of the bay and airport through soundproof floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy culinary delights or have a drink with friends in our bar without ever leaving the airport or take the train to the heart of San Francisco.

Our Group guests will get to elevate their meeting, seminar, or conference with the help of our hotel’s experienced Culinary staff and their delicious catering options. Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, our team will work with the guests to create the perfect menu to satisfy the cravings and dietary needs of the San Francisco event’s attendees.

This Sous Chef role will primarily be focused on Banquets (Event Services). The goal is to manage 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 Sous Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entire operation in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef. The ideal Sous Chef will accomplish their tasks by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience.

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
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring
• May manage other key culinary leadership roles including supervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs
• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results
• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, quality and consistency on a daily basis
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment.

The salary range for this position is $61,800 – $86,600.

This is the pay for this position that Grand Hyatt at SFO reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors such as experience and education.

We Offer Excellent Benefits:

• Free Room Nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, new child leave, and personal day
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more

Why make a good decision when you can make a Timeless one by applying for your next career opportunity with a Grand Hyatt hotel? Grand Hyatt hotels provide superior services and elevated experiences. Looking for a Timeless beginning in your next career? Apply today at careers.hyatt.com.

Qualifications

• 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 of being able to work AM or PM shifts, holidays, and weekends is a must

Hyatt is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

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