Banquet Kitchen Lead Chef — Elevate Guest Experience

Hilton; Kuwait; Remote; KWD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Head Chef – Banquet Kitchen to oversee daily culinary operations, develop menus, and manage inventory and procurement. You will participate in P&L reviews, lead a team, and uphold health and safety standards to ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Join a renowned hospitality brand where leadership, teamwork, and ownership drive memorable stays for guests while supporting profitability and quality in banquet services.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a banquet kitchen or similar high-volume culinary operation.
• Ability to manage food cost and labor cost within budget.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills for a large team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations: Manage food preparation and production, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to cost controls to optimize profitability
• Develop and execute menus: Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to create and refine menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and culinary trends
• Manage inventory and procurement: Oversee ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships to maintain cost efficiency while ensuring high-quality ingredients
• Support financial performance: Participate in P&L reviews, manage food and labor costs, and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Enhance guest experiences: Engage with guests and internal stakeholders, gather feedback, and support initiatives to elevate the dining experience
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Inventory management

Cost controls

Team development

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Hilton is seeking a Head Chef – Banquet Kitchen to oversee daily culinary operations, develop menus, and manage inventory and procurement. You will participate in P&L reviews, lead a team, and uphold health and safety standards to ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Join a renowned hospitality brand where leadership, teamwork, and ownership drive memorable stays for guests while supporting profitability and quality in banquet services.