Senior Line Chef

Hilton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay – £15.88 an hour plus 

Job summary

Hilton Wembley is seeking a Senior Line Chef to lead the preparation of high-quality dishes and deliver memorable guest experiences in a busy kitchen.

You will supervise line cooks, maintain hygiene, manage food quality and stock, and contribute to cost control while upholding safety standards and the Hilton service promise.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene.
• Awareness of cost control in F&B.

Responsibilities

• Prepare great tasting dishes: Season, cook, and test dishes according to standard recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Supervise the kitchen team: Oversee line cooks to ensure and provide support as needed in the absence of senior chefs to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination.
• Ensure food quality and storage compliance: Monitor ingredient quality, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation.
• Assist with cost management: Contribute to controlling food costs, improving gross profit margins, and meeting departmental financial targets.
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing.

Skills

Hospitality

Leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Ownership

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

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 a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay – £15.88 an hour plus service charge, with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
• Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
• Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
• Pension scheme – Supporting you as you plan for the future.
• High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
• Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
• Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

As a Senior Line Chef at Hilton Wembley, you’re not just overseeing the preparation of high-quality dishes – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

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 a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay – £15.88 an hour plus service charge, with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
• Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
• Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
• Pension scheme – Supporting you as you plan for the future.
• High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
• Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
• Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Prepare great tasting dishes: Season, cook, and test dishes according to standard recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation
• Supervise the kitchen team: Oversee line cooks to ensure and provide support as needed in the absence of senior chefs to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination
• Ensure food quality and storage compliance: Monitor ingredient quality, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation
• Assist with cost management: Contribute to controlling food costs, improving gross profit margins, and meeting departmental financial targets
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness 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.