Sous Chef

Title: Sous Chef Location: NY-New York City

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has redefined the hotel experience that reflects the Hindi meaning of "Andaz, personal style". Local inspirations, simplified luxuries, uncompromised service and leading edge design all create the Andaz concept which is growing worldwide.  Uncomplicated, sophisticated, young-at-heart, genuine, hospitable, vibrant....what do these words mean to you? Do they describe you or even more, the way you love to work and the people you want to work with? If so, then come be a part of this exciting launch of the Andaz Wall Street! To learn more about Andaz, please visitwww.andaz.com. The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive 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 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. 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 * In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations * Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills * Experience with training, basic financial management and customer service * Proficient in general computer knowledge * A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast paced customer service environment * Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner * Strong training and communication skills * Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred * Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred Hyatt develops Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Sous Chef through the training of Banquets, Restaurants and Garde Manager. Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Sous Chef and/or Executive Chef. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Sous Chef and find yourself as a Executive Sous Chef within a few years. 70% of management hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of Managing Committee is promoted from within. The statistics are there; make it your next step! Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer in the culinary field. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Please refer to job code hyatt-NEW000885 when responding to this ad.

Category:	Hospitality/Food Service
	> Chef
Location:	New York City, NY
County:	County
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Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Hyatt
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