An Executive Chef will build a reputation for the hotel by maintaining a talented and creative kitchen brigade, offering an innovation menu, and promising an exceptional culinary experience.

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What will I be doing?

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As Executive Chef, you are fully responsible for developing the reputation of the hotel through the production of excellent quality food throughout the hotel, and the development of a high quality kitchen brigade. An Executive Chef will oversee the operational management of the kitchen and Team Members. Specifically, an Executive Chef will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

\n\nLead of the kitchen brigade and ensure ongoing development of Team Members\nIdentify an effective approach to succession planning\nCreate menus that meet and exceed customers' needs and conform to brand standards\nEnsure the consistent production of high quality food through all hotel food outlets\nDevelop positive customer relations through proactive interaction with Guests, Team Members, contractors, and suppliers\nResolve, promptly and completely, any issues that may arise in the kitchen or related areas among Guests and Team Members\nManage department operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and waste management\nManage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions\nActively seek verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and respond to all guest queries in a timely and efficient manner\nEnsuring adequate resources are available according to business needs\nManage the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and taking action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation\nControl costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets\nEnsure team members have an up-to-date knowledge of menu items, special promotions, functions and events\nMaintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas\nEnsure that staffing levels are maintained to cover business demands\nEnsure monthly communication meetings are conducted and post-meeting minutes generated\nManage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures\nRecruit, manage, train and develop the kitchen team\nComply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation\nEnsure maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues are dealt with in a timely manner\nManage financial performance of the department so all planning is in line with hotel objectives\nManage food control systems are adhered to them  so margins are on target in a pro-active way\nRegular review of all menus with Food and Beverage manager to confirm offerings are in line with market trends\nBe environmentally aware\nEnsure food wastage program is adhered to so that margins are on target\nResponsible for ensuring that the monthly working schedules are made and maintained in accordance with local legislation\nWhat are we looking for?

An Executive Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

\nPrevious, relevant experience as an Executive Chef or a high-performing Sous Chef in a first class property, required \nExcellent leadership skills \nA creative approach to the production of high quality food \nA business focused approach to managing a hotel kitchen \nExcellent communication skills \nAbility to build relationships, internal and external, to the hotel and the Company \nExcellent planning and organizational skills \nAbility to multi-task and meet deadlines \nA current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required) \n\n

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

\nA certification in management \nProficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

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Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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