Executive Chef

Carmel Valley RanchAt Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. As a member of the hotel Executive Committee, the Executive Chef is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager. The Executive Chef will be responsible for kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. This position directs the training of culinary staff and other kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. The position demands creativity on a daily basis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards. The Executive Chef works well under pressure, is organized, flexible, self-motivated and is willing to work long hours. Duties ***** Experience training food prep employeesAbility to instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.Teach employees the importance of consistency in preparation and presentationThorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniquesEnsure that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistentlyCoach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and proceduresQualificationsDemonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds 6 years or more of progressive hotel culinary experience (typically with Hyatt)With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferredService oriented style with professional presentations skillsAt least 4 years experience in a senior role in a culinary environmentProven leadership skillsMust possess the following ***** high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume property, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and associate relations, and ability to improve the bottom lineClear concise written and verbal communication skills in EnglishMust be proficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelMust have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skillsMaintain communications with Corporate StaffCoach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures

Created: 2025-05-11