Sous Chef

1 month ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Hyatt Hotels and Resorts Full time
We believe our guest select Hyatt and the Chicago Athletic Association (CAA) because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. CAA is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

Our Culture is represented by our mission, values, and goals through: Innovative, Respect, Service-Oriented and Inclusion. Innovative, CAA is forward thinking and passionate as we seek new ways to advance in the hospitality industry. Respect, CAA team members are inspired by the team's spirit and camaraderie given to one another. Service-Oriented, CAA is customer focused by providing authentic hospitality in every way every time. Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity is an integral part of who we are and what we represent.

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Culinary team as a Sous Chef in CAA's Banquet's department located on the 8 th floor of the Chicago Athletic Association (CAA)... Not only will you be part of a rock-star team, but you'll get to be part of a company that consistently earns a spot in Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For

We Offer Excellent Benefits:
  • Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
  • Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Paid Time Off, Personal Days and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
  • Free colleague meals during shift
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
  • Complimentary Access to Headspace and numerous discounts at various retailers
COVID- 19 Safety:

Hyatt Hotels and the Chicago Athletic Association follows all COVID-19 CDC and City of Chicago Health department protocols for the safety of our team members, colleagues and guests.

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The goal of the Banquet Sous Chef is to manage the banquet and events department, and work with the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef de Cuisine, to run operations 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 Banquet Chef de Cuisine. An 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 Executive chef's standards.
  • Plan, coordinate & implement special events and wedding functions.
  • Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring.
  • 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.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, as our event schedules are a mix of morning, afternoon, and evening functions.
Hyatt and the Chicago Athletic Association believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Sous Chef and find yourself as an 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

Chicago Athletic Association is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. Our team members work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Located on Michigan Ave, the Chicago Athletic Association hotel is a historic landmark transformed into an incomparable boutique hotel with some of Chicago's best outdoor spaces, such as Millennium Park and Maggie Daley Park, right outside their front door. Inside this 1890s monument, you'll find 240 guest rooms & suites, 17,000 sq. ft of event space, and seven award-winning dining destinations. The Chicago Athletic Association hotel, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, was recently voted #1 best hotel in Chicago by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler.

Qualifications
  • 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.

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