With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.
\nIf you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.
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Are you the culinary visionary who can bring our restaurant to new heights? As the Executive Chef, you'll be the creative force behind our culinary offerings, crafting menus that delight and impress our guests. With your passion for cooking, leadership skills, and culinary expertise, you'll inspire our team to create culinary masterpieces. If you're ready to take the helm and lead our culinary journey, apply now and let's cook up some serious success together!
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What will I be doing?
\nAs the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
\n• Leadership and Supervisory Skills:
\nProvides strategic direction and oversight to the culinary and stewarding team, ensuring that the kitchen operates efficiently and effectively.
\nDevelops and implements policies and procedures to maintain high standards of quality, safety, and hygiene.
\n• Culinary Skills:
\nPossesses exceptional culinary knowledge and skills, including menu development, plating techniques, and ingredient sourcing.
\nOversees the creation of innovative and delicious dishes that meet the needs and preferences of guests.
\n• Problem-Solving:
\nIdentifies and resolves issues that arise in the kitchen, such as ingredient shortages or equipment malfunctions, to minimize disruptions to service.
\nImplements solutions to improve kitchen efficiency and reduce waste.
\n• Communication Skills:
\nCommunicates effectively with the restaurant's management team, kitchen staff, and other departments to ensure a seamless dining experience.
\nProvides clear and concise feedback to team members, encouraging growth and development.
\n• Customer Service Orientation:
\nEnsures that the culinary team delivers exceptional service to guests, exceeding their expectations and fostering loyalty.
\nListens to guest feedback and incorporates it into menu development and service improvements.
\n• Financial Acumen:
\nManages the kitchen's budget, controlling costs and maximizing profitability.
\nAnalyzes financial data to identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions about menu pricing and ingredient sourcing.
What are we looking for?
\nAn 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:
\n• College degree in hotel/restaurant management, culinary arts, or equivalent experience.
• Proven expertise as an Executive Chef in prestigious 5-star luxury hotels, consistently upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence.
• Pre-opening experience is an added advantage.
• A background in Michelin-starred restaurants will be valued as an asset.
• Extensive background in managing diverse culinary and food & beverage outlets, with a preference for large-scale, multi-cultural environments.
• A passionate and energetic culinary expert dedicated to leading and developing exceptional teams, while consistently driving outstanding food quality.
• Possesses a keen eye for detail and a creative mindset, consistently offering fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
• Skilled in enhancing menu profitability and actively contributing to budget discussions within the Food and Beverage.
• Certified in Food Safety and relevant sanitation standards.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
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What will it be like to work for Hilton?
\nHilton 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 travellers 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!