Culinary | Sous Chef

Join our dynamic Culinary team at Hyatt Regency Bellevue! We embrace a culture of care & respect.The goal of the Sous Chef 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 responsibilitiesAssume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departmentsSupervise the preparation and cooking of various food itemsDevelop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standardsPlan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functionsManage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiringMay manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisor and other less senior Sous ChefsLead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction resultsMonitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basisEnsure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipmentPerks & Benefits: Free chef-prepared colleague meals during your shiftTailored options for Medical & Dental benefits available after 30 DaysTuition reimbursementLife Insurance options401(k), including company matchingFree parking or monthly ORCA card/transit reimbursementDiscounted Rooms for you and Friends & Family at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employmentUp to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 1 year of serviceRobust colleague appreciation program with endless chances to win awards, cash and prizesOpportunities for career advancement

Created: 2025-10-04