Description

Summary

Sous Chef [ Hypsi ]

Hypsi Sous Chef • Full Time

Hypsi , the signature restaurant at the new Hotel Daphne, located in the heart of Houston Heights is preparing to open its doors, and we're building a passionate, hospitality-driven team to bring it to life.

Italian-inspired with a Houston spirit, Hypsi will launch with dinner service and expand into breakfast and lunch soon after. The menu will spotlight a robust pasta program and elegant yet approachable entrées. A signature roaming mozzarella cart will serve hand-pulled cheeses with curated add-ons like pickled vegetables, aged vinegars, and cold-pressed olive oil.

We are now looking to grow our team and are seeking dynamic individuals who will capture the very essence of this culinary destination and join our team as a Sous Chef.

Your role

The goal of the Sous Chef is to work directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve the culinary operations. A Sous Chef must develop and maintain the company's culture, values and reputation in the public eye and with all staff, guests, vendors and partners. The ideal Sous Chef will accomplish this by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, the ability to resolve conflicts, and a thorough understanding of Bunkhouse/Hyatt policies.

Responsibilities:

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities

• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments

• Supervise cooks performance and provide them council as to 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 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, quality and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control

• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

• Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goals setting

• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Certification from a credited Culinary Institute preferred

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations

• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills

• Experience with training, 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

• Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on-the-job training and hotel culinary experience

• Minimum of two years (2) of relevant experience

• Experience with inventory controls (i.e. food, beverage, all kitchen supplies/utensils, and food and beverage waste)

• Experience with scheduling a staff of 15 or more

• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Schedule flexibility preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform the essential functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting quality standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

• Must be able to sit, stand, and squat frequently.

Benefits Include:

Hotel Daphne is proud to be part of the Bunkhouse/Hyatt family, and our colleagues enjoy the following benefits:

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates

• Free parking

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Discounts at various retailers -Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!
  
  All 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.