**Description:** Join us for this incredible culinary opportunity as a Saucier at Grand Hyatt Washington hotel, located in downtown Washington, D.C. Not only will you be part of a talented and creative team,you will also be part of a company that is one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, for several years running! This culinary role will be primarily responsible for preparing sauces, soups, and stocks which play a critical role in enhancing the flavor profile of our dishes. The desired candidate will have professional cooking experience and knowledge of cooking ingredients and procedures. This person must have flexibility to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Sauce preparation - Create a variety of sauces, including classic and contemporary recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and texture. + Collaboration - Work closely with other chefs to develop flavors that complement entrees, appetizers, and desserts. + Quality Control - Conduct taste tests and gather feedback to continuously improve sauce recipes and techniques. + Inventory Management - Manage the inventory of sauce ingredients, ensuring freshness and availability for daily operations. + Training - Mentor and train colleagues on sauce preparation techniques and flavor development. + Cleanliness and Safety - Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations. The hourly rate for this position is $23.96, increasing to $26.90 after six months. 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 professional culinary experience is required, a focus on sauce preparation is strongly preferred + Strong understanding of flavor profiles, cooking methods, and ingredient pairings + Flexible availability to work any day including weekends and holidays + Good communication skills + Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment both individually and as part of a team **Primary Location:** US-DC-Washington **Organization:** Grand Hyatt Washington **Pay Basis:** Hourly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Culinary **Req ID:** WAS007909 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.