Description

Summary

The Opportunity

At The Carpenter Hotel, food is more than a meal - it's part of our story. We're looking for a Sous Chef who's passionate about local ingredients, thoughtful cooking, and creating experiences that make people feel at home. This role is a chance to grow within a kitchen that values collaboration, creativity, and care for both guests and team members.

We're Proud to Offer Exceptional Benefits, which Include:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace

The Role

As our Sous Chef, you'll work side-by-side with the Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure consistent, high-quality dishes. You'll help lead and inspire a talented culinary team, maintain kitchen standards, and contribute to seasonal menu development.You'll also take part in maintaining appositive and collaborative atmosphere within the housekeeping team, supporting one another to deliver the high standards The Carpenter Hotel is known for.

Key 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 and events arenas
• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions
• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, mentoring, evaluating and hiring
• Manage other key culinary leadership rolls including supervisor, and Stewarding
• 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

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• A minimum of 3 years in a high-volume restaurant kitchen preferred
• A minimum of 3 years management or supervisory experience preferred
• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations and equipment
• 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 degree or certification preferred
• Flexible schedule (AM/PM, weekends, holidays)

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We Welcome You

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply.

We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.