Banquet Chef de Cuisine ($76,700-115,300)

Hyatt Hotels Corp.•Santa Clara, CA

38d•$76,700 - $115,300

About The Position

The goal of the Chef de Cuisine is to manage a specific restaurant. The Chef de Cuisine will take council from the Executive Chef to create, implement menu and concepts but the position is designed so that individuals will work in a manner that is consistent as that of an independent owner/operator.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Culinary education and/or on the job training, independent restaurant experience is preferred
Geographic and schedule flexibility preferred

Responsibilities

Act as senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities
Assume the role of liaison between all dining room operations and culinary staff
Supervise the preparation and cooking of various food items
Develop and implement creative menu items within the restaurant concept
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
Participate in marketing events directly related to their specific restaurant
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