26 Jul
Executive Chef
California, Olympicvalley , 96146 Olympicvalley USA

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Description:A luxury California resort in an idyllic mountain setting, Resort at Squaw Creek rests at the base of Squaw Valley, which is the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics, and is just minutes from North Lake Tahoe.Our AAA Four-Diamond resort offers ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows. Squaw Creek's dramatic lobby, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooks a cascading waterfall and the breathtaking Sierra Nevada Mountains. 405 luxurious resort rooms and suites (https://www.destinationhotels.com/squawcreek/accommodations) , complete with resort-style kitchenettes, fireplaces and LED flat-screen TVs, comfort guests with a "mountain meets modern" ambiance at our resort in Squaw Creek.Creating memorable dining experiences at the Resort at Squaw Creek begins behind the scenes. Our Culinary Team is committed to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. Your passion for managing food preparation will inspire your team to create truly spectacular food. Join an engaging, fast-paced and professional kitchen environment! We take pride in our profession and enjoy providing guests with meaningful and tasty experiences. Our culinary department maintains high standards in food quality, communication, sanitation and always demonstrates teamwork.At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. As a member of the hotel Leadership Committee, 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 kitchen operations including 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, and self-motivated.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

Ability to write detailed recipe cards

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

Why work at Resort at Squaw Creek?50% discounted meals at property food service areas12 Free Room Nights at any Hyatt GloballyMedical Dental and Vision InsuranceRetirement Savings PlanExcellent training and professional developmentOpportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and ResortsDiscount Ski PassComplimentary GolfEnjoy vending meal set-up in our colleague dining hallDue to COVID-19 Cleanliness protocols, this role now calls for new duties to ensure safety and cleanliness of frequent touch points and all colleagues must adhere to our COVID-19 prevention plan, includes wearing mask, temperature check and cleaning/disinfecting areas outside department.Our Values: Respect | Integrity | Humility | Empathy | Creativity | FunHyatt is an equal opportunity employer. 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.Primary Location: US-CA-Olympic ValleyOrganization: Resort at Squaw CreekPay Basis: YearlyJob Level: Full-timeJob: CulinaryReq ID: OLY000758Hyatt 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.

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