Sous Chef - Monticello, NY

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The Chatwal Lodge is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join the team at The Chatwal Lodge located Sullivan County, in the Lower Hudson Valley region of the Catskills Mountains. This exciting leadership position is a highly visible role and reports to the hotel Executive Chef.

The goal of the Sous Chef is to manage a specific department and work with the Executive 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 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.

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 employees 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 employee 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

This position is full-time and located on property at The Chatwal Lodge located in White Lake, NY.The starting salary for this position is $65,000. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

Centrally Located to the following areas:

• Orange County, NY is located 40 minutes away.

• Pike County, PA is located 40 minutes away.

• Wayne, PA is located 40 minutes away.

• Beach Lake, PA is located 25 minutes away.

• Monticello, NY 15-20 minutes away.

Why Work for Hyatt?

As a full-time colleague, Hyatt offers a competitive benefits package inclusive of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k and life insurance. As a Hyatt colleague you will enjoy travel perks with our organization such as discounted employee rooms and comp nights at participating hotels.

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.

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner

• Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred

• Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
• At least 4 years experience in a senior role in a culinary environment
• 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 valid NYS Driver's License