Hyatt Regency Lake Washington is looking for a Lead Banquet Cook to supervise our culinary team and ensure exceptional banquet execution. In this supervisory role, you will be responsible for maintaining Hyatt’s high food quality standards and managing daily kitchen operations.
What You'll Do
- Supervise hourly cooks and help train the department.
- Take charge of the kitchen and manage daily operations when the Sous Chef is away.
- Ensure every plate meets Hyatt’s high standards and is served on time.
- Help monitor payroll and costs to keep the kitchen running efficiently.
What We're Looking For
- Good communication skills.
- At least two years of previous line and fine dining experience.
- Ability to give direction in the supervisor's absence.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Basic computer skills and an understanding of how to manage costs.
Nice to Have
- A Culinary degree or related hotel experience.
- A solid background in culinary arts and kitchen operations.
Team & Environment
You will supervise hourly cooks within the culinary department.
Benefits & Compensation
- 12 Free room nights after 90 days of service.
- Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates upon hire.
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment.
- 401K with company match.
- Paid Vacation, sick days, new child leave and personal day.
- Paid Family Bonding Time (8 weeks, primary caregiver; 2 weeks, supportive caregiver) and Adoption Assistance.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- 50% discount in Crossroads.
- 20% discount in gift shop (exception: jewelry, UNC items, alcohol).
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position.
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.
