**Description:** We believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met, they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine at Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill in our warm, respectful, and inclusive hotel. The Chef de Cuisine will focus on the culinary offerings in our restaurant, bar, and in-room dining. This person will work with our Executive and Executive Sous Chefs to create a menu that will set us apart from other restaurants in the area. Responsibilities include: + Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities + Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards + Plan, coordinate, & execute special events and functions + Manage kitchen and stewarding colleagues through engagement, scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating, and hiring + Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service scores and colleague satisfaction + Monitor food production, ordering, cost, quality, and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control + Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment + Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training, and goal setting The salary range for this position is $76,700 to $86,300 commensurate with experience. Benefits available with this position include: + Medical / Dental / Vision insurance + 401k + Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) + Basic Life insurance + Paid vacation, sick days, new child leave, and holidays + Paid family bonding time and adoption assistance Additional perks include: + Free room nights after 90 days, discounted and friends & family room rates immediately + Tuition reimbursement + Free meal during the workday + Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Discounts at various retailers + Growth potential locally and throughout the country 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. **Qualifications:** + Previous experience as a Chef de Cuisine preferred + In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations + Possess strong leadership, communication, organization, and team building skills + Experience with training, basic financial management, and customer service + Proficient in general computer knowledge + A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment + Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner + Strong training and communication skills + Culinary education and/or on the job training **Primary Location:** US-DC-Washington **Organization:** Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Culinary **Req ID:** WAS007832 Hyatt 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.