About the Role
Hyatt is guided by its purpose to care for people so they can be their best. We are currently looking for an innovative Chef de Cuisine to helm ALTO, our signature rooftop restaurant and bar in Lagos, Nigeria. In this exciting role, you will spearhead a unique dining concept that seamlessly blends the vibrant flavors of Latin American cuisine with authentic Nigerian ingredients and influences, creating an unforgettable rooftop culinary destination.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute a distinctive Latin American-Nigerian fusion menu for lunch, dinner, bar bites, and special events.
- Manage day-to-day kitchen operations, food production, and consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and HACCP food safety compliance.
- Collaborate with the Food and Beverage team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and support promotional events.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef in luxury international hotels or high-end lifestyle restaurants.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Latin American cuisines, live-fire cooking, and contemporary sharing concepts.
- Strong expertise in food costing, menu engineering, kitchen hygiene, and occupational health and safety standards.
- Basic computer literacy in MS Office and recipe maintenance systems.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Global career development opportunities within Hyatt's extensive portfolio.
- Comprehensive health insurance and employee wellness programs.
- Discounted room nights across Hyatt properties worldwide.