Hyatt Corporate Office, Chicago

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Culinary Generalist to join our Culinary Team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Corporate HR-Facilities & Culinary team, where you’ll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests across the organization.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People

Our purpose sets us apart—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to how our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

•Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

•Flexible work schedules

•Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center

•A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption

•Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and seek various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Culinary Generalist supports the creative direction of the food and beverage experience for the corporate office, contributing to all experiential aspects through true care and hospitality toward all guests, owners, and colleagues. This position is accountable for daily directions as assigned by the Executive Chef.

This is a high-profile position given that it services all internal colleagues, senior executives, ExCom, and high-level events such as the BOD meetings and other high-profile business meetings.

Daily tasks are assigned by the Executive Chef and may include, but are not limited to:

•Preparing and cooking a wide variety of dishes, following specific recipes and dietary requirements.

•Coordinate event setup and cleanup with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring seamless execution and delivering a high level of client satisfaction.

•Ensure strict adherence to kitchen and sanitation standards, policies, and safety procedures, promptly reporting any issues as they arise.

•Stocking and maintaining the Café and food service areas, ensuring a well-organized and clean environment.

•Assist F&B Operations when required to provide excellent customer service and efficiently handle cashless transactions using digital payment methods.

•Procure F&B supplies, ensuring all purchases align with budgetary constraints while meeting operational needs.

•Organize and care for operation supplies and equipment to ensure items are safely stored, maintained, and readily available for use while minimizing loss and breakage.

•Dishwashing duties with a focus on cleanliness, hygiene, and adherence to food safety standards.

•Schedule Flexibility is a requirement as some events happen outside traditional working hours

Additional Responsibilities:

•Demonstrate ability to efficiently manage daily catering operations and accommodate special requests from the Office of the Chairman of the Board.

•Skilled at multitasking and thriving in a fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to adjust schedules according to business needs

•Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and professionally with associates, management, clients, and vendors.

•Exceptional attention to detail, organizational prowess, and a commitment to thoroughness in all tasks.

•Sound decision-making abilities, with an initiative-taking approach to identifying and implementing necessary adjustments.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

•2+ years of Food and Beverage Experience

•2+ years of Service Experience in Hospitality with luxury or corporate office environment preference

•Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices

•High School Diploma or Equivalent

•Illinois Food Handler Certification required

•POS Square or other System knowledge

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you:

Research shows that women, people of color, and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. 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.