Jr. Sous Chef - Banquets

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

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