Sous Chef (Perseid)

Description: The Opportunity: Perseid Restaurant seeks an enthusiastic Sous Chef to join the team You will be part of a team that is passionate about celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Who We Are: Located inside Hotel Saint Augustine, Perseid is a neighborhood bistro offering a Gulf Coastu2013inspired take on the classic bistro experience. Serving thoughtfully crafted dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, itu2019s a versatile destination for both casual meals and special occasions. Led by chef Aaron Bludorn and Director of Operations Cherif Mbodji, in collaboration with the Bunkhouse and Hyatt teams, Perseid brings an elevated yet approachable dining experience to the heart of Montrose. The restaurant is Michelinu2011recommended and was named one of Bon Appu00e9titu2019s 20 best new restaurants of 2025. Weu2019re Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include: u00b7 Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match u00b7 Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates u00b7 Free parking u00b7 Generous Paid Time Off u00b7 Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace u00b7 Discounts at various retailers u2013Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more The Role: The Sous Chef works directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and continuously elevate culinary execution. This role is responsible for supporting and leading the culinary team, upholding Perseidu2019s standards for quality, consistency, and professionalism, and ensuring a seamless dining experience for every guest. The ideal Sous Chef demonstrates strong leadership, clear communication, and sound judgment, with a deep understanding of kitchen operations in a hotel restaurant environment. This position plays a meaningful role in reinforcing company culture, mentoring team members, managing resources responsibly, and collaborating across departments to achieve operational and financial goals. Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision. Key Responsibilities: u2022 Support the Executive Chef in all aspects of culinary leadership and daily operations u2022 Assume operational leadership of the kitchen in the Executive Chefu2019s absence u2022 Provide direct supervision, training, coaching, and mentorship to the culinary team u2022 Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and timing u2022 Monitor food production, ordering, inventory, waste, and cost control to support financial performance u2022 Assist in menu development and execution in alignment with Perseidu2019s culinary vision and brand standards u2022 Coordinate and execute special events, holidays, and catered functions u2022 Collaborate with hotel leadership and other departments to ensure smooth service and communication u2022 Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards u2022 Participate in scheduling, payroll oversight, performance evaluations, and hiring efforts u2022 Foster a positive, professional, and inclusive kitchen culture focused on teamwork and accountability Qualifications: Experience and Qualifications: u2022 A genuine passion for hospitality and a commitment to exceeding guest expectations u2022 High School diploma or GED required; culinary degree strongly preferred u2022 Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary experience, including supervisory or leadership roles u2022 Previous experience in a hotel or highu2011volume, qualityu2011driven restaurant environment preferred u2022 Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards u2022 Experience with inventory controls, food cost management, and waste reduction u2022 Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a diverse culinary team u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills u2022 Strong organizational, timeu2011management, and problemu2011solving skills u2022 Ability to thrive in a fastu2011paced environment while maintaining attention to detail u2022 Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays We welcome you: Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. Weu2019d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better. _All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status._ Primary Location: US-TX-Houston Organization: Hotel Saint Augustine, Bunkhouse Hotels Pay Basis: Yearly Job Level: Full-time Job: Culinary Req ID: HOU003552Hyatt 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: 2026-04-17