Executive Sous Chef

Hilton; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking an Executive Sous Chef in Kuwait to lead culinary operations and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus. You will drive quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all outlets, while mentoring a dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The role emphasizes food safety, cost controls, and continuous improvement to maintain Hilton’s high standards of hospitality and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Leadership and mentoring of kitchen teams to deliver quality results.
• Strong culinary management experience in a hotel or resort setting.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations ensuring high standards and profitability.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to develop and execute menus for all outlets.
• Engage with guests to gather feedback and drive dining improvements.
• Refine kitchen systems and workflows for efficient service delivery.
• Lead recruitment, coaching, and recognition to build a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Management

Team Training

Food Safety

Guest Service

Education

Culinary degree

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! 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:

• 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.