Culinary Lead - Luxury Resort Kitchen

Hilton; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Employee stock plan (ESPP)

Parental leave

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary production for The Set and The Roundhouse, guiding menus, quality, and cost controls in a luxury resort setting.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of cooking experience, at least 2 years in a supervisory role in a hotel, strong communication and time-management skills, and a track record of delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of cooking/culinary experience.
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role within a kitchen, preferably hotel.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Computer literacy; ability to liaise between team and upper management.
• Luxury resort, payroll and banquet (high volume) experience a plus.

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 F&B 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

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Computer literacy

Liaison with management

Job description

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary production for The Set and The Roundhouse, guiding menus, quality, and cost controls in a luxury resort setting.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of cooking experience, at least 2 years in a supervisory role in a hotel, strong communication and time-management skills, and a track record of delivering outstanding guest experiences.