Veterans Preferred - Executive Chef (starting Summer 2024)
Company: Hyatt
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. -The appetizers are out;
now it is time for the main course of YOUR career. Join us for this
incredible opportunity at the 838-room Hyatt Regency Washington on
Capitol Hill, leading our Culinary and Stewarding teams as we
embark on a transformation of our food and beverage offerings. As
part of an expansive full hotel renovation in 2025, we will open a
new restaurant, bar, and Regency Club lounge that will give YOU an
opportunity to use your creativity to excite our guests and
colleagues. With a start date in the summer, this gives you an
opportunity to take the time you need to make this transition,
while also leaving time for adequate turnover with our current
Chef, who is retiring after a fantastic 35-year career with Hyatt.
Not only will you be part of a talented team but you will also be
part of a company that is one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to
Work For, for several years running!
The Executive Chef must be a passionate and caring leader who will
be responsible for all kitchen operations including menu planning,
provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. They will live our
values and develop the team as we look to reach even higher levels
of success. This position directs the training of 50 culinary and
support colleagues engaged in preparing foods to ensure an
efficient and profitable food service. The position demands
creativity on a daily basis, excellent communication skills, and
the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards. The
Executive Chef works well under pressure; is organized, flexible,
and self-motivated.
Responsibilities include:
--- Ensure proper training of all food prep colleagues
--- Ability to instill safety and sanitation habits in all
colleagues
--- Teach employees the importance of consistency in preparation
and presentation
--- Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation
techniques
--- Ensure that level of quality, portion control, and plate
presentation is adhered to consistently
--- Short- and long-term planning for the department areas of
focus, including financial success, and customer and colleague
satisfaction
--- Hire, empower, and develop colleagues
--- Review performance and support career objectives of
colleagues
--- Oversee payroll, scheduling, productivity, reporting,
forecasts, inventory, and budget
--- Implement procedures to increase guest and colleague
satisfaction
--- Ensure full compliance with Department of Health regulations
and Hyatt standards
We offer excellent benefits:
--- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
available after 30 days
--- 401K with company match
--- Paid vacation, sick days, new child leave, and holidays
--- Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance
--- Free room nights after 90 days, discounted and friends & family
room rates immediately
--- Tuition reimbursement
--- Free meal during the work day
--- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
--- Discounts at various retailers
--- Career growth opportunities locally or throughout the
country
Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualifications:
--- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of
diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic
backgrounds
--- 6 years or more of progressive hotel Culinary experience
--- Service oriented style with professional presentations
skills
--- At least 4 years of experience in a senior culinary role
--- Proven leadership skills
--- Must possess the following strengths: high energy,
entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in
high volume property, effective communicator, effective in
providing exceptional customer service and associate relations, and
ability to improve the bottom line
--- Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in
English
--- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
--- Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and
administrative skills
--- Maintain communications with Corporate Staff
--- Availability to work varied shifts as needed including
mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Keywords: Hyatt, Potomac , Veterans Preferred - Executive Chef (starting Summer 2024), Hospitality & Tourism , Washington, Maryland
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