Hyatt Regency Phoenix
The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef to create, implement and maintain quality standards. IThe 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.
Role & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- 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 rolls 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, and quality and consistency on a daily basis
- Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment
Sous Chef’s must have open availability and be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The Hotel
Located across the street from the Phoenix Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Phoenix places downtown Phoenix at your feet. We offer 693 reimagined rooms or suites, offering a new modern residential design and oversized windows viewing the surrounding mountains and cityscape.
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.
Qualifications
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Sous Chef and find yourself as a Executive Sous Chef within a few years. 70% of management hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of Managing Committee is promoted from within. The statistics are there; make it your next step! 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 preferred
The Benefits & Perks
· Discounted employee meals in our employee dining hall
· Discounted & Complimentary Hotel Room Nights
· Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-time colleagues)
· Retirement savings plan
· Excellent training and professional development
· Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
· Tuition/Wellness reimbursement, up to $1,000 a year!
Our Values: Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing
About The Hiring Process
We are excited that you have chosen to express interest in joining Hyatt Hotels and Resorts. We will be sure to take a look at your application and get back to you within a week of your submission. Thank you for your patience while we do so.
Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required, as well as a completed background check.
