[Hiring] Director of Culinary and Procurement @Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Role Description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking an enthusiastic, strategic, and results-oriented Director of Culinary and Procurement to join our Americas Performance Hub (APH) Operations team, supporting the Latin America and Caribbean region. This highly visible role sits at the intersection of culinary excellence, operational performance, and strategic sourcing, partnering closely with hotel teams, brand leaders, owners, and key suppliers to drive exceptional guest experiences and business results.

The Director will lead initiatives that enhance food and beverage performance, optimize procurement strategies, and identify opportunities for innovation, cost efficiency, and quality improvement. The role will influence regional culinary direction, support new hotel openings and conversions, and champion best practices that align with Hyatt's standards while recognizing the unique needs of diverse markets throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.

This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who is passionate about hospitality, enjoys solving complex business challenges, and thrives in a dynamic, multicultural environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping hotels improve profitability, elevate the guest experience, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support Hyatt's continued growth and success across the region.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the power and purpose of a culture of care
• Embodiment of core values: Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing
• Enjoyment of working with others and results-driven
• Desire for personal and professional development

Requirements

• Collaboration with stakeholders across Food & Beverage, Brands, Design, Operations, Standards, Development, Procurement, and other cross-functional teams
• Shaping Hyatt's culinary vision and procurement strategies throughout the region
• Leading initiatives that balance culinary innovation, brand integrity, cost optimization, and supply chain effectiveness
• Working closely with hotels, regional leadership, and corporate partners
• Developing and implementing programs that support Hyatt's growth
• Meeting the unique needs of diverse markets across Latin America and the Caribbean

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedule
• Work-life benefits