Spruce Peak

At Spruce Peak we have something special. As the premier Vermont mountain community, we are surrounded by the natural beauty of the Green Mountains. The Lodge and Club are slope side at Stowe Resort; gorgeous for year-round adventures, escapes, destination weddings, and more. We take pride in our teamwork, high standards, and diversity. It’s fitting that we are located at the pinnacle of Vermont!

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our culinary team at The Club at Spruce Peak. The Sous Chef assists the Executive Chef in supervising and coordinating the preparation of food according to standards set by Spruce Peak and the Executive Chef. In addition, the Sous Chef, provides sincere service through actions that display self-confidence, grace and courtesy to guests and colleagues.

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. Whether you want to settle down at a property that will keep you creatively engaged or if you like the ability to transfer to other properties in the Hyatt family, we have great career opportunities now.

Essential Job functions

· Assists in developing and implementing strategies for the Kitchen that support the achievement of Spruce Peak goals

· Assists in conducting periodic food inventories

· Initiates and oversees ordering of food and kitchen supplies

· Orders all supplies from various vendors and in some cases going directly to the growers for the freshest possible products

· Ensures all cuisine served to guests follow established guidelines for quantity, quality, appearance, temperature and flavor

· Supervises and coordinates the production of food according to menu specifications

· May perform Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, Chef, or Cook duties as needed

· Responsible for inventories, purchasing

· Mentors staffs to be the best they can be

· Communicates effectively with the Front of House, Kitchen Staff and the Stewarding Team

· Orients employees to the department and resort and provides on-the-job training on job responsibilities

· Upholds all safety standards of Spruce Peak

The Perks (vary by hours committed):

· Paid Time Off

· Heath Benefits - after 30 days!

· Winter- Ski Pass to Stowe Mountain Resort

· Summer- Golf Membership to Stowe Country Club

· Complimentary and discounted stays at Hyatt Hotels worldwide

· Onsite Fitness Membership

· Employee discounts at the Spa & Restaurant Outlets

· 401(k) Matching

· And much more!

Learn more about Spruce Peak and everything else we have to offer here!

Besides great pay and benefits the work is interesting, challenging and you’ll have opportunities to grow. Stowe is a great place to put down roots; mountain bike in the summer, ski in the winter, world-class breweries and small farms; a great place to play during your time off or to raise an active family.

Proud diversity advocates and EOE.

Qualifications

· College degree and Culinary degree or ACF certification preferred

· 3-5 years of cooking experience in a fine-dining restaurant

· Ability to handle food, objects, products, and utensils

· Ability to bend, stoop and kneel

· Experience in high-volume establishments

· Excellent communication skills

· Technical proficiency (computer applications)

· Attention to detail

· Strong organizational and time management discipline

· Operate effectively in stressful situations

· Ability to adapt to changing needs

We welcome you:

Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.