Job description
Role Overview
Chef de Cuisine at Hilton. This role oversees kitchen operations and culinary excellence at a 4 or 5-star hotel, delivering memorable dining experiences that define the guest stay.
Company Overview
Hilton is a global leader in hospitality that has welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide. The company operates a suite of world-class brands and is committed to providing the best stay for every guest while building an exceptional workplace for team members.
Role Purpose
Oversee daily culinary operations and kitchen management while collaborating with executive leadership to create innovative menus and memorable dining experiences. Drive financial performance through cost control and operational efficiency while inspiring and developing the culinary team.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Food Preparation
- Manage food preparation and production daily, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to cost controls to optimize profitability
- Oversee ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships to maintain cost efficiency while ensuring high-quality ingredients
Menu Development & Strategy
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to create and refine menus
- Incorporate seasonal ingredients and culinary trends into menu planning
Financial Performance
- Participate in P&L reviews
- Manage food and labor costs
- Implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and profitability
Guest & Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with guests and internal stakeholders to gather feedback
- Support initiatives to elevate the dining experience
Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise and support team members
- Monitor performance and provide coaching
- Foster a positive and productive work environment
Compliance & Safety
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations
- Ensure the highest standards of guest and team member well-being
Qualifications & Experience
- 5 to 8 years as Head of Kitchen in a 4 or 5-star category hotel or individual restaurants with high standards
- Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred
- Work experience in a similar capacity with international chain hotels
Additional Information
Hilton values a passion for spreading the light and warmth of hospitality, acting with integrity, inspiring others through leadership, driving teamwork, maintaining a sense of ownership and accountability, and bringing urgency and discipline to every moment.