Sous Chef

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination.

Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Our Hyatt Culture is represented by our mission, values, and goals through:
Innovative, Respect, Service-Oriented and Inclusion. Innovative, Hyatt is forward thinking and passionate as we seek new ways to advance in the hospitality industry. Respect, Hyatt associates are inspired by the team's spirit and camaraderie given to one another. Service-Oriented, Hyatt is customer focused by providing authentic hospitality in every way every time.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION:

The salary for this position ranges from $60,100 to $73,600 annually. This range reflects the competitive compensation expected at Hyatt Regency Chicago. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS:

* Health Insurance Eligibility:
Available after 30 days of employment

* 401(k) Eligibility:
Available after 30 days of employment

* 401(k) Matching Contribution:
Eligible after 1 year of employment (limited match)

* Monthly Fitness Membership Reimbursement:
Available up to a specified limit

* Qualified Parking & Transportation Tax Exemption:
Subject to eligibility

* Paid Time Off & Holidays:
Provided according to company policy

Responsibilities include:

* 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