Executive Sous Chef - Western

Hilton; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Bengaluru, India seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, working with the Head Chef to translate our culinary vision into memorable guest experiences. You will supervise production, drive menu development for events, and maintain profitability while ensuring top-tier quality.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years as Head of Kitchen in premium hotels or restaurants, with HACCP knowledge and formal hospitality training.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years as Head of Kitchen in a 4/5-star hotel or restaurant with high standards.
• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred.
• Knowledgeable in HACCP and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations and production of hotel meals while upholding high standards of quality, presentation, cost controls and profitability.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and F&B Director to develop and execute menus for banquets and events, incorporating trends and regional flavors.
• Engage with guests to collect feedback and drive improvements for an enhanced dining experience.
• Support kitchen systems, processes and workflows to maintain seamless operations.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team through performance management and recognition programs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations to safeguard guests and staff.

Skills

Head of Kitchen experience

Leadership

HACCP

Education

Technical hospitality education

Job description

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! You will lead the charge in our kitchen and work alongside our Head Chef to bring our culinary vision to life. 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

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

• Assist in overseeing 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
• Enhance menu offerings: Partner with the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director to develop and execute menu selections for special banquets and events, incorporating current food trends and regional flavors
• Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to gather feedback, identify trends, and support the Executive Chef in implementing improvements that enhance the dining experience
• Support operational efficiency: Assist in managing and refining kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to maintain seamless operations
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Qualifications

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.

In Addition, This Role Requires The Following Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7 years as Head of Kitchen in a 4 / 5-star category hotel or individual restaurants with high standards
• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred
• Knowledgeable in HACCP
• Work experience in a similar capacity with international chain hotels

About Us

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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.

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