Description

Summary

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Hyatt Regency New Orleans is a 4‑Diamond luxury hotel featuring 1,200 guest rooms and over 200,000 square feet of premier meeting and event space. Our Culinary Department supports a dynamic, high‑volume food and beverage operation driven by creativity, precision, and exceptional service. As the Administrative Assistant - Culinary Department, you'll play a key role behind the scenes, supporting the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team to ensure smooth daily operations. If you are organized, proactive, and thrive in a fast‑paced hospitality environment, this is your opportunity to be part of one of New Orleans' most iconic hotels.

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What You'll Do
• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the Executive Chef and Culinary Leadership Team
• Maintain meeting schedules, calendars, and departmental communications
• Support the purchasing process, including requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor coordination
• Maintain accurate inventories of culinary supplies, smallwares, and equipment
• Manage and assist with culinary scheduling systems to ensure proper staffing
• Assist with Culinary payroll processes, timekeeping review, and reporting
• Support the Executive Chef with food cost tracking, expense management, and financial reporting
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and presentations as needed
• Maintain organized digital and physical records and filing systems
• Manage daily banquet event orders (BEOs) for upcoming culinary functions
• Review BEOs daily for changes and updates; communicate revisions clearly and timely to the culinary team
• Attend operational meetings to document notes and identify culinary requirements for upcoming events
• Attend payroll and productivity meetings and effectively speak to culinary staffing levels, scheduling justification, and staffing overages
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal departments and external partners
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist with problem resolution
• Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as needed to support department success

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At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best - and that includes every colleague who joins our team. As part of the Culinary team at Hyatt Regency New Orleans, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future.

Benefits Include

Career Growth and Advancement - Hyatt believes strongly in promoting from within. We offer training, skills development, and career mobility with opportunities for advancement at every level
Affordable Benefits after 30 days - Full‑time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, and STD coverage
Referral Bonuses up to $500.00 - For bringing new members to our team
Free and Discounted Room Nights at Hyatt hotels around the world
Paid Time Off - Holiday pay, new child leave, and personal days
Healthcare FSA - Save money on eligible medical expenses
Financial Perks - 401(k) with company match and discounted employee stock purchase plan
Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 emotional support, legal guidance, and personal & financial resources
Retail Discounts - Savings at Headspace, Apple, AT&T, Verizon, and more

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 status.

Qualifications

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What We're Looking For
• A friendly, professional demeanor with a strong customer service mindset
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to learn new computer programs and technology quickly
• Strong capability to balance competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate professionally and confidently with leaders at all levels of the organization, including executive‑level leadership
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office; experience with hotel or enterprise systems preferred
• Previous administrative experience preferred; hospitality, culinary, or banquet operations experience preferred
• A proactive, dependable team player eager to take on additional responsibilities