Executive Chef - Ember & Rye

Summary Find your place at Park Hyatt Aviara: Become part of one of San Diego's premiere destination locations, a AAA Five-Diamond luxury resort. Recently renovated with striking architecture, a beautiful spa, an 18-hole Arnold Palmer designed golf course, and a resort getaway that offers world‑class recreation and relaxation amid 200 lush acres of natural beauty, Park Hyatt Aviara offers sophisticated, approachable luxury with distinct character highlighting our Carlsbad location. Overlooking the 18th green, this Richard Blais steakhouse is a delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality, offers delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at the signature Arnold Palmer designed Aviara Golf Club. About the Role – Executive Chef at Ember & Rye The Executive Chef of Ember & Rye will be responsible for kitchen operations including menu planning, provisioning, food preparation, and sanitation of the Ember & Rye restaurant. 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 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 The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000. This is the pay range for this position that Park Hyatt Aviara reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education. Benefits Complimentary Employee Meal and Parking Complimentary hotel nights and discounts at Hyatt properties around the world Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave 401K with Matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan Educational Reimbursement And so much more! Qualifications Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, 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 presentation 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 Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt Service Standards and Procedures 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr