Executive Sous Chef

Hilton; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Parental leave

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Location-based benefits

Job summary

Hilton in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across our hotel’s Food & Beverage outlets. You’ll drive quality, consistency, and profitability while mentoring a high‑performing kitchen team.

You’ll collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership to design menus, uphold Hilton standards, and ensure guest satisfaction through memorable dining experiences. Committed to safety and sanitation, you’ll ensure compliance with health regulations and cost

Qualifications

• Passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality.
• Acting with Integrity and doing the right thing.
• Inspiring others through Leadership and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations: manage preparation and production of hotel meals with high standards and cost controls.
• Contribute to menu creations: develop and execute menu selections for all Food & Beverage outlets with the Executive Chef.
• Enhance the guest experience by engaging with guests to gather feedback and implement dining improvements.
• Support operational efficiency by refining kitchen systems, processes, and workflows for seamless operations.
• Lead a high-performing kitchen team: recruit, coach, train, and recognize staff growth.
• Uphold regulatory standards: ensure health, safety, and sanitation compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Team management

Guest service

Integrity

Ownership

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Executive Sous Chef, you’re not just assisting in the direction and administration of all hotel culinary operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations: Manage the preparation and production of hotel meals, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and overall profitability
• Contribute to menu creations: Partner with the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director to develop and execute menu selections for all Food & Beverage outlets
• Enhance the guest experience: Engage with guests and clients to gather feedback, identify trends, and support the Executive Chef in implementing improvements to the dining experience
• Support operational efficiency: Assist in managing and refining kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to maintain seamless operations
• Lead a high-performing team: Recruit new talent while fostering team growth through regular coaching, training, and recognition opportunities
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We’ll Help You Thrive

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves and their loved ones. In many countries, eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.