Sous Chef

Welcome to Alila Ventana Big Sur.

When you reach the edge of the continent, where the sky, the sea, the mountains and the redwoods all converge, you find a place of unmatched beauty and tranquility. You feel the pull that has drawn artists and thinkers for centuries. And you're enveloped by the same inspiration to discover, (dis)connect and create.

We are looking for colleagues who can quickly perpetuate a culture that embraces great design and superlative service. Our hotel seeks unique individuals who have a passion for exceptional hotel service that is both intuitive and personal, and who best express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity.

At Alila Hotels, a Hyatt Hotels brand, we believe our guests select our luxury resort because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful, surprisingly different experiences.

The goal of the 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 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, ending in a positive guest experience.

Kitchen Management

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 kitchen staff and ensure all tasks are performed efficiently

Oversee daily food preparation and coordinate kitchen activities

Step in to manage the kitchen during the Executive Chef?s absence

Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions

Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency

Food Preparation and Presentation

Assist in creating and executing menus, including daily specials

Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation

Ensure consistency in food preparation and portioning

Inventory and Cost Control

Monitor inventory levels and place orders as needed

Minimize waste and manage food costs effectively

Oversee the storage and labeling of ingredients to maintain freshness and compliance with food safety standards

Team Leadership

Train, lead, mentor and coach the kitchen staff towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results

Foster a positive and productive kitchen environment

Schedule staff shifts and manage workloads

Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring

Compliance and Hygiene

Enforce compliance with all health and safety regulations

Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness and organization in the kitchen

Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

Menu Development

Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design and update the menu.

Develop and implement creative menu items in collaboration with the Executive Chef that adhere to Hyatt brand standards

Innovate new dishes and test recipes.

Work Environment

Fast-paced and dynamic kitchen environment.

Requires standing for extended periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in high temperatures.

May include evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts.

Key Attributes

Creativity and passion for culinary arts.

Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Resilience and adaptability under pressure.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

The salary range for this opportunity is $65,000 - $80,000 annually. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors including experience and training levels.

Hyatt is proud to offer exceptional benefits, which include

Annual allotment of free and discounted hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and tuition reimbursement.

A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days of employment

401K with company match after 1 year of employment

Ventana Big Sur colleagues enjoy

Gas stipend for qualified candidates

Complimentary daily meal

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board?from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role

Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices

Excellent time-management abilities

Proficiency in kitchen equipment and tools

Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations

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

Fluency in Spanish preferred

Alila Ventana Big Sur will consider candidates who are eligible for a TN Visa

Primary Location: US-CA-Monterey

Organization:Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort

Pay Basis:

Yearly

Job Level:Full-time

Job:Culinary

Req ID:MON001589

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