Veterans Preferred – Sous Chef Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply.

• At Hyatt, we believeour guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentiveassociates who are focused on providing efficient service andmeaningful experiences to each and every guest.

Hyatt is a placewhere high expectations aren’t just met-they’re exceeded. It’s aplace of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to excitingchallenges in the hospitality industry. It’s a place where careeropportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover yourplace to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department andwork with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to create,implement and maintain quality standards. In some instances theSous Chef will be expected to be responsible for the entireoperation in the absence of the Executive Sous Chef and/orExecutive Chef. The ideal Sous Chef will accomplish their tasks bymonitoring 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 basicmanagement responsibilities Assume the role of liaison between all departments within theculinary division and all other hotel departments Supervise the preparation and cooking of various fooditems Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyattbrand standards Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holidayfunctions Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll,training, coaching, evaluating and hiring May manage other key culinary leadership rolls includingsupervisor and other less senior Sous Chefs Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guestservice and employee satisfaction results Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality andconsistency on a daily basis Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilitiesand equipment Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptionalperformance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer inrestaurant server jobs: Whether it’s career opportunities, jobenrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready forthis challenge, then we are ready for you.

Our excellent benefits include:

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family RoomRates
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, new child leave and personalday
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers
• Apple, AT&T, Verizon,Headspace and many more All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteranstatus

Qualifications:

In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations Possess strong leadership, communication, organization andrelationship skills Experience with training, basic financial management andcustomer service Proficient in general computer knowledge A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast pacedcustomer service environment Capable of producing a consistent product in a timelymanner Strong training and communication skills Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experiencepreferred Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred Hyatt develops Sous Chefs to progress into the role of ExecutiveSous Chef through the training of Banquets, Restaurants and GardeManager. Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Sous Chefand/or Executive Chef. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotionfrom within. Begin your career today as the Sous Chef and findyourself as a Executive Sous Chef within a few years. 70% ofmanagement hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of Managing Committee ispromoted from within. The statistics are there; make it your nextstep! Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptionalperformance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer inthe culinary field. Whether its career opportunities, jobenrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready forthis challenge, then we are ready for you.