Chef de Cuisine
A Chef de Cuisine contributes to menu creation and the managing and training of the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while managing food cost controls.
What will I be doing?
A Chef de Cuisine contributes to menu creation and the managing and training of the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while managing food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Contribute to menu creation
- Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organised and motivated team
- Ensure consistency in quality of dishes at all times
- Manage customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Executive Chef
- Ensure resources meet business needs through the effective management of working rotas
- Support brand standards through the training and assessment of your team
- Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue
- Knowledge of activities in other departments and implications
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety standards
What are we looking for?
A Chef de Cuisine serving Hilton Brand hotels 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:
- Dynamic Chef de Cuisine with 10+ years of experience in Fine Dining, specializing in modern European Cuisine.
- Proven ability to lead teams, develop innovative menus. and manage kitchen operations to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
- Experience in Fine Dining and the ability to create a casual fine dining atmosphere.
- Proficiency in French and Italian cuisines is an added advantage.
- Develop and implement seasonal menus showcasing modern European cuisine with focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Manage a team of 15 chefs, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food operation, quality control, and inventory management.
- Consistently exceeded guest expectations, resulting in positive reviews and increased customer satisfaction.
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
- Relevant qualifications for role
- Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, afternoons and evenings
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
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!