Sous Chef

Overview Join the team at Andaz Ottawa as our Sous Chef. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job. We build connections, celebrate success and create inclusive environments together. It’s a career for people who care. As a member of the Culinary team, the Sous Chef will play an integral part in the success of our restaurant, bar, banquets, events and room service. The successful candidate will be someone who is creative and artistic with ingredients showcasing their love for cooking. As a leadership role in the Culinary Department this position will report directly to the Executive Chef. Responsibilities Maintains positive guest and colleague interactions with good working relationships. Ensures recipes are accurately followed and maintaining the highest quality standards. Coordinates with culinary team, F&B Management and Events team to ensure a seamless guest experience, handle guest issues and to take corrective actions when necessary. Monitors colleague morale and provided performance feedback and development. Ensures that colleagues comply with food safety standards and maintain a high level of safety regulations in the kitchens. Delegates appropriately duties and responsibilities to equipped and resourceful colleagues, nurturing and developing them through their career. Attends and contributes to all Meetings as required. Skills and Qualifications The ideal candidate will be a passionate, highly skilled, positive, creative, empathetic and with a high attention to detail, excellence and continuous improvements. In-depth knowledge of kitchen operations required and the ability to work hands on developing and training new and innovative banquet & event menus. Displays a desire to continually elevate Andaz Ottawa's culinary experience. Proven culinary skills and knowledge required with at least 2 years of previous Sous Chef or Chef De Cuisine experience either in a hotel or high-end independent restaurant. Culinary education, red seal will be an asset. Highly self-motivated with a desire to learn, grow, continually improve and set an exceptional leadership example for colleagues. Requires full flexibility, ability to work weekends, evenings, nights and holidays and on a varied schedule, ability to work long shifts and supervise all outlets. Must have smart serve and food handler certification. While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is regularly required to sit; stand; bend; walk; reach, pull, use hands or fingers; or feel objects, tools or controls; may need to lift boxes (up to 30 lbs). Must be proficient in general computer knowledge, including a working knowledge of point-of-sale systems. Benefits Extended Health Benefits for you and your dependents and paid medical days. Employer RRSP Matching Contributions. Complimentary hotel nights, friends, and family discounts at Hyatt properties around the world. Complimentary meal during shift at the colleague cafeteria. Discounts on food and beverages. Wellbeing programs. Recognition programs. Tuition reimbursement. Excellent training and professional development. 2025 Great Place To Work Certified. About Andaz Ottawa Hyatt Hotel Corporation has redefined the hotel experience that reflects the Hindi meaning of "Andaz: personal style". Local inspirations, simplified luxuries, uncompromised service and leading-edge design all create the Andaz concept which is growing worldwide. At Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market, part of Hyatt's distinguished lifestyle Andaz brand, we bring destination-inspired hospitality to the heart of Ottawa. As a member of the Hyatt family, we cultivate a culture rooted in care, inclusivity, and genuine connection. Our colleagues select us because we provide amazing opportunities, growth and development, a caring and inclusive culture. Andaz Ottawa is dedicated to offering employment accommodation in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for a job opportunity, please inform the Human Resources department if you require accommodations. Visit careers.hyatt.com to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr