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Executive Chef

Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel

1000 Riverchase Galleria
Birmingham, AL 35244

329 Room Hotel
Managed By Hospitality Ventures Management Group
Calling all Culinary Creators! Join our team as Executive Chef at a premier hotel - Excellent growth opportunities await! 🍽️🔪
Full-Time

Who this job will appeal to

A  seasoned culinary professional looking for an Excellent place to grow!

What you will be doing

In this role, you will be responsible for administering, planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service. You will direct and oversee all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability. Work with Director of Food and Beverage to create and implement new menus and individual menu items based on current trends and regional tastes. Interact with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, evaluate trends, address issues and make improvements accordingly. Perform general management duties including, but not limited to, systems management, budget and forecasting, report generation, department management and meeting participation. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol standards.

Requirements

Requirements include basic reading, writing and math skills with some laundry experience preferred.  You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. This job requires ability to perform the following:regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently standing up and moving about the work area, frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility, frequently bending, stooping and kneeling, frequently working in areas of high temperatures around heavy equipment.

Education & Experience

Two year certificate from college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Three (3) or more years of experience as an Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef at a comparable hotel envirnment

Banquet/Catering experience required

Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop others

Our Associates Love

  • Amazing opportunities for career advancement across HVMG
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
  • Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday with PayActive
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Full Healthcare Benefits (including medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • 401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match and no vesting
  • Hotel and Food and Beverage Discounts and Perks

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.  

Posted November 4, 2024

Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey Hotel

Our Hotel

Our hotel is chic, upscale, and blends traditional Southern hospitality with all the modern conveniences of home. Located in the heart of Hoover, Alabama, the hotel is attached to the Riverchase Galleria Mall. As an associate, you will appreciate the beautiful modern work setting, bright surroundings, and excellent culture.

Our Guests Love

Number of Rooms: 335
Event Space Square Footage: 32,000
Dining: Merk's Tavern & Kitchen, room service
Amenities: Valet parking, fitness center, guest access to Riverchase Country Club, outdoor pool, sauna, Regency Club Lounge, pet-friendly, concierge
Points of Interest: Riverchase Galleria Mall, Riverchase Country Club

Our Associates Love

  • Amazing opportunities for career advancement across HVMG
  • Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
  • Up to 40% earned wages paid BEFORE payday with PayActive
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Full Healthcare Benefits (including medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • 401k Retirement Plan with a guaranteed 4% match and no vesting
  • Hotel and Food & Beverage Discounts and Perks

Careers at HVMG

HVMG is a successful and experienced hotel management company. Over the 20 years since our founding, we've worked with more than 100 hotels in 23 states, from premium branded properties to independent boutiques and resorts.

We are consistently listed among the top management companies in the hotel business, have won multiple Top Workplace awards, and most importantly, are obsessed with putting our associates first.

Our Be Excellent culture is more than just words on a website -- we live and breathe it. As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked for. They walk the talk from the corporate office to the field."

We believe that the hotel business is one of the few industries in which successful career paths can start anywhere on the org chart. You control your destiny, and, if our executives are any indication, today's dishwasher can be tomorrow's Senior Vice President.

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