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Hyatt Jr. Sous Chef - Banquets in KANSAS CITY, Missouri
Description:
Setting the standard for grand hospitality, Hotel Kansas City has delivered an experience like no other since its opening in late 2020. Named one of the “Best New Hotels in the World” by Travel Leisure, and Kansas City’s newest #1 Hotel on TripAdvisor, guests can indulge in Victorian-inspired guest rooms merged with modern twists, preserved touches like hand-hewn walnut and stained glass windows, and multiple show-stopping food and beverage outlets. Centrally located in the historic Kansas City Club Building, the hotel is only steps away from the city’s best nightlife, restaurants, and shopping.
The goal of the Banquet Jr. Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous 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 Sous Chef and/or 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 and ensuring a positive guest experience.
Additional 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 colleagues 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 colleague 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
Qualifications:
Qualifications
At least 3 years banquet/catering experience required
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
We have excellent benefits!
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance & 401K eligible at 30 days!
Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
Free colleague meals during shift
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more
Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City
Organization: Hotel Kansas City
Pay Basis: Hourly
Job Level: Full-time
Job: Culinary
Req ID: KAN003098
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.
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