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Hyatt

Executive Chef

Hyatt, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Discovering leaders who bring Hyatt’s purpose of care and culture to life | Executive Talent Acquisition for Hyatt Hotels Corporation Hyatt Hotels Corporation has redefined the hotel experience that reflects the Hindi meaning of “Andaz, personal style”. Local inspirations, simplified luxuries, uncompromised service and leading edge design all create the Andaz concept which is growing worldwide.

Uncomplicated, sophisticated, young-at-heart, genuine, hospitable, vibrant…what do these words mean to you? Do they describe you or even more, the way you love to work and the people you want to work with? If so, then come be a part of this exciting launch of the Andaz Fifth Avenue!

The Executive Chef is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the hotel General Manager.

The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation. This position directs the training of culinary staff and other kitchen workers engaged in preparing and cooking foods to ensure an efficient and profitable food service. The position demands creativity on a daily basis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain the highest of culinary standards. The Executive Chef works well under pressure, is organized, flexible, self‑motivated and is willing to work long hours.

Duties include:

Experience training food prep employees

Ability to instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.

Teach employees the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation

Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques

Ensure that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently

Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

Hyatt associates 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.

Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

6 years or more of progressive hotel Culinary experience (typically with Hyatt)

With opening hotels, previous hotel pre‑opening experience preferred

Service oriented style with professional presentations skills

At least 4 years experience in a senior role in a culinary environment

Proven leadership skills

Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume property, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and associate relations, and ability to improve the bottom line

Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills

Maintain communications with Corporate Staff

Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures

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.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Hospitality

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