Sous Chef - Banquets & Outlets

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in the daily operation of the culinary department, with primary responsibility for banquet production and restaurant outlets. This hands-on leadership role ensures exceptional food quality, consistency, and execution while leading culinary colleagues during service and supporting the overall success of hotel food and beverage operations.

What You Will Do

Support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in the daily operation of banquet and restaurant kitchens. Supervise culinary colleagues during banquet functions and restaurant service, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, consistency, and timing.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is an organized, passionate culinary leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring others, and is committed to delivering memorable dining experiences for guests across banquets, restaurants, in-room dining, and special events.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2–4 years of progressive culinary leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or similar supervisory role in a high-volume hotel, upscale restaurant, lifestyle hotel, or resort.
• Experience supporting both banquet and restaurant operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banquet production, à la carte service, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop culinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of labor management, food cost controls, purchasing, inventory, and productivity.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining exceptional quality and guest satisfaction.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation, HACCP principles, and local health regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Culinary degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare plans.
• 401(k), College Savings Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Family bonding leave and adoption assistance.
• Complimentary and discounted stays at Hyatt properties worldwide.
• Free colleague meals during shifts.
• Transit passes and educational assistance.