Executive Sous Chef

Description: The goal of the Executive Sous Chef is to work directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve the culinary operations. The ideal Executive Sous Chef will accomplish this 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 would include (but not limited to) the following: + Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities + Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments + Supervise departmental Sous Chefs performance and provide them council as to 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 + 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 ensuring financial performance and control + Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment + Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goals setting Qualifications - External + Minimum of 3u20135 years of progressive experience in culinary leadership roles, preferably in a luxury hotel orbanquetsetting + In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations + Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills + Experience with training, 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 + Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on the job training and hotel culinary experience + Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred Salary Range: $76,700 to $100,000 Hyatt develops Executive Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Chef through the training of Banquets, Restaurants and Garde Manger. Executive Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include: + Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities + Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments + Supervise departmental Sous Chefs performance and provide them council as to 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 + 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 ensuring financial performance and control + Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment + Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goals setting Primary Location: US-DC-Washington Organization: Park Hyatt Washington Pay Basis: Yearly Job Level: Full-time Job: Culinary Req ID: WAS007788Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Created: 2025-10-02