**Description:** 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 Executive 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, self-motivated and is willing to work long hours. 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 **Qualifications:** + Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of 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 + 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 Located in a landmark building constructed in 1890, Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade provides a historic hotel experience with convenient access to downtown Cleveland. Just steps from the vibrant East 4 th Street Entertainment District and a 10-minute walk from all major sporting and entertainment venues, the hotel offers 293 rooms and 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space. With Hyatt Regency Cleveland’s central downtown location and distinctive historic look, we attract guests for all occasions, ranging from business travelers to sports fans to wedding parties. Here are a few reasons why you should join our Hyatt Regency Cleveland Family! **General Perks:** + An entry to the Hyatt Family, a place where we care for people so they can be their best + 12 free nights at Hyatt hotels globally every year after your 90th day of employment, Colleague, Friends, and Family rate upon hire. + 50% off at 1890 Restaurant + 25% off at Marengo Spa + Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage after 30 days of employment + Paid Holidays, Sick Days and Vacation Days + Connect with thousands of National and Local Partners for Various Discounts + Located near RTA stops and pick ups + Discounted Parking Passes **Wellbeing:** _“Our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best – and we believe wellbeing is the ultimate realization of our purpose”_ + To support our colleagues mental wellbeing we provide access to “Headspace App” for all employees, free of charge as well as Hyatt's wellbeing assessment tool "Hyatt Well-Check" + Hotel gym access + Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage after 30 days of employment **Development:** + With over 700 Hyatt Hotels and Resorts in the United States, opportunities for internal promotions are abundant + Regular Check-In Conversations with Managers to discuss personal career goals + A wide range of development tools through the Hyatt Learning + Education assistance of up to $1,000 per year toward personal growth and development **Diversity:** _“Inclusion and diversity are at the core of our purpose and we are deeply involved in actions that create a culture of opportunity for all”_ + The Human Rights Campaign has honored Hyatt among the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality in 2022, for the 18 th consecutive year + Our Vision: Our commitment is to create an environment where people can bring their whole self to work each day – so they can **be their best** and perform at their best so they can better care for others + When we say **people** , we are including everyone from every perspective around the world. There are no exclusions by color, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, sexual identity, disability or any other demographic Our Values: Respect | Integrity | Humility | Empathy | Creativity | Fun Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity _Are_ **_WE_** _what_ **_YOU_** _are looking for?_ If the answer is **YES** , then please click the link and apply! **Primary Location:** US-OH-Cleveland **Organization:** Hyatt Regency Cleveland **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Culinary **Req ID:** CLE003224 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.