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Sous Chef
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa | Beaver Creek, Colorado
Lead exceptional culinary experiences in one of Colorado's most iconic luxury mountain destinations.
At Hyatt, we believe hospitality is more than a job—it's a career for people who care. We create spaces where guests feel they belong, where colleagues are empowered to grow, and where unforgettable experiences come to life every day.
Nestled at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain, Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa offers a luxury alpine escape unlike any other. Our ski-in/ski-out resort combines world-class hospitality, elevated dining experiences, and breathtaking year-round adventure. From powder-filled winter days to vibrant summers in the Vail Valley, our team delivers exceptional service in one of the most sought-after resort destinations in North America.
We're looking for a passionate and driven Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team. This is an opportunity to lead talented culinarians, contribute creative ideas, and help shape memorable dining experiences for guests from around the world.
What You'll Do
As Sous Chef, you'll partner closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
In this role, you will:
- Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team
- Lead kitchen operations and ensure exceptional execution across all food outlets
- Create and implement innovative menu offerings aligned with Hyatt's luxury standards
- Support banquet events, seasonal activations, and special culinary experiences
- Drive food quality, consistency, cost controls, and operational excellence
- Manage scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, performance management, and hiring
- Foster collaboration between culinary teams and other hotel departments
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
- Step into broader leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef and/or Executive Sous Chef
What Makes You Successful
You thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in creating extraordinary experiences through food. You're a collaborative leader who can balance creativity, operational excellence, and team development.
We're looking for someone with:
- A genuine passion for hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen operations
- Experience leading and developing culinary teams
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Strong understanding of food cost management and quality control
- Culinary education and/or equivalent professional culinary experience
- Hotel, resort, or luxury hospitality experience preferred
- General computer proficiency
Career Growth with Hyatt
At Hyatt, we invest in developing future culinary leaders. Sous Chefs are given opportunities to expand their expertise across restaurants, banquets, and garde manger operations while building the skills needed to progress into Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef leadership roles.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Complimentary employee meals
- Ski Pass Benefit
- Discounted and complimentary Hyatt hotel stays worldwide
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible colleagues (after 30 days)
- 401(k) with company match
- Retirement savings plan
- Basic life insurance
- Paid time off
- Exceptional training and professional development opportunities
- Global career opportunities across Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Starting salary: $70,000 annually
Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience.
At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best.
Our Values: Empathy | Integrity | Respect | Inclusion | Experimentation | Wellbeing
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.
Qualifications
- A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment
- In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations
- Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills
- Proficient in general computer knowledge
- Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner
- Culinary education and/or on the job training, hotel experience preferred