Executive Chef - Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel and Suites

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dynamic Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations. This role involves managing a talented kitchen team, creating innovative menus, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality across various dining outlets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for culinary creativity, and a solid understanding of kitchen management. Join a team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences and be part of a mission to bring warmth and hospitality to every guest. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Executive Chef or high-performing Sous Chef in a first-class property.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with creativity in menu development.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and develop a skilled kitchen team.
• Create menus that meet customer needs while ensuring food quality.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Communication

Organizational Skills

Creativity

Business Acumen

Education

Trade Qualifications

Management Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The award-winning Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel and Suites is searching for a dynamic Executive Chef. In this role, you will lead operations in Mosaic Kitchen, Bar & Lounge, Banquets, and In Room Dining. Mosaic reflects the rich cultural diversity of Southern Ontario, featuring an open kitchen and flame oven, offering rustic, worldly dishes with local ingredients from Ontario and surrounding provinces.

What will I be doing?

As Executive Chef, you are responsible for enhancing the hotel's reputation by producing high-quality food across all outlets and developing a skilled kitchen team. Your tasks include:

1. Leading the kitchen team and fostering their development
2. Implementing effective succession planning
3. Creating menus that meet customer needs and brand standards
4. Ensuring consistent quality in food production
5. Building positive relationships with guests, staff, contractors, and suppliers
6. Resolving issues promptly and effectively
7. Managing operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and waste control
8. Overseeing all kitchen functions—operational, quality, and administrative
9. Gathering and responding to customer feedback
10. Allocating resources according to business needs
11. Ensuring compliance with legislation and food safety standards
12. Controlling costs to improve profit margins
13. Maintaining team knowledge of menus and promotions
14. Fostering good communication within the hotel
15. Managing staffing levels and conducting meetings
16. Handling performance issues and staff recruitment
17. Ensuring safety, hygiene, and maintenance standards
18. Managing financial performance and menu reviews
19. Promoting environmental awareness and waste reduction

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Relevant experience as an Executive Chef or high-performing Sous Chef in a first-class property
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Creativity in menu development
• Business acumen in kitchen management
• Organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Valid trade qualifications

Additional advantageous qualities include:

• Management certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, committed to exceptional guest experiences and inclusive service. Our vision is “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality,” and our team members are central to this mission. We are dedicated to accessibility and equal service for all guests, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).