Executive Sous Chef

About Hyatt

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select us because of our caring and attentive associates focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. It is a place where high expectations aren't just met—they're exceeded. Our culture is warm, respectful, and inclusive, driven by our core values: Innovative, Respect, Service-Oriented, and Inclusion. We are forward-thinking, inspired by team spirit, and committed to authentic hospitality in every way.

About the Role

The Executive Sous Chef serves as a critical partner to the Executive Chef, working directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve culinary operations. This role is designed for a leader who monitors daily functions of the culinary and stewarding departments, providing support and guidance to teams to ensure a positive guest experience.

You will act as the liaison between the culinary division and all other hotel departments, supervising Sous Chefs and leading the team toward exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction. The position involves managing hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, training, and coaching, while ensuring food production, ordering, and quality adhere to Hyatt brand standards and financial controls.

Career Growth

Hyatt is committed to strong promotion from within. We develop Executive Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Chef through targeted training in Banquets, Restaurants, and Garde Manger. With 70% of management hired from within and 89% of the Managing Committee promoted internally, this role offers a clear path to leadership. Executive Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Chef and are encouraged to find their place to shine in our hospitality industry.

Equal Opportunity

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to these protected characteristics.