Executive Chef and B - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami Airport

Hilton Global in; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as an Executive Chef at Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami Airport. You will craft innovative menus, oversee food and beverage operations, and lead a talented team to enhance guest experiences. This role requires strong leadership and culinary skills, along with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Health insurance

Career growth and development

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee stock purchase at 15% discount

Debt-free education opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of supervisory/management experience in culinary.
• Experience in food planning, preparation, and control.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct Food & Beverage Department operations.
• Ensure compliance with Hilton policies and health regulations.
• Oversee hiring and training of culinary and restaurant team members.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Focus

Adaptability

Job description

Executive Chef and B - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami Airport (Finance)

Take the lead as the Executive Chef & B at Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami Airport, where your culinary expertise and vision will redefine our guest experience. In this dynamic role, you'll oversee both the F&B as well as the culinary program, crafting innovative menus and beverage pairings that cater to a diverse clientele. Collaborate with a talented team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami Airport, located just half a mile from Miami International Airport and less than 10 minutes to downtown Miami, offers 318 rooms, 12,000 sq ft of meeting space, Complimentary Cooked-to-Order Breakfast, Evening Reception, In-Suite Dining, and Grill 305, featuring the finest steaks and casual Miami hotel dining. We seek a talented Chef with at least 4 years of supervisory/management experience, ready to elevate their career.

An Executive Chef & B directs and organizes the activities of the Food & Beverage Departments, including Kitchen, Restaurants, Banquets, and Bars, maintaining high standards of food and beverage quality, service, and marketing to maximize profits through outstanding customer service. Responsible for all food planning, preparation, production, and control across all outlets and banquet facilities to meet Hilton's quality standards.

What will I be doing?

1. Plan and direct the administration and planning functions of the Food & Beverage Department to meet daily operational needs.
2. Describe, assign, and delegate responsibilities and authority for various food and beverage sub-departments, including monitoring and developing schedules to achieve profitable results.
3. Assist with creating and merchandising attractive menus to attract target markets, establishing and achieving profit objectives, and setting standards for quality, service, cleanliness, and promotions to maximize profitability.
4. Implement controls for food, beverage, and labor costs, monitor budgets, and ensure expenditures stay within limits, including achieving revenue and operational expense targets.
5. Review guest satisfaction levels regularly, recommend operational and marketing adjustments as needed, and resolve food quality and service complaints.
6. Develop operational tools and incidentals such as budgeting, forecasting, purchase specifications, recipes, menus, and food production controls with department heads.
7. Ensure compliance with Hilton policies, procedures, and all relevant laws and regulations.
8. Oversee hiring, training, supervision, development, discipline, and counseling of culinary and restaurant team members per Hilton policies.
9. Monitor team performance, product quality, and workflow, fostering continuous improvement.
10. Audit food storage and direct items to maintain quality and ensure health code adherence; enforce safety and cleanliness standards throughout kitchens.
11. Lead special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What are we looking for?

Founded in 1919, Hilton leads in hospitality, emphasizing innovation, quality, and success. We value:

• Hospitality - delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Integrity - doing the right thing always
• Leadership - leading in industry and community
• Teamwork - working collaboratively
• Ownership - owning actions and decisions
• Now - operating with urgency and discipline

We also seek attributes like:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, offering luxurious hotels, resorts, and more. Our vision is "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality," uniting us as a team dedicated to creating remarkable experiences worldwide. Our team members are at the heart of our success.

The Benefits - Hilton is proud of its award-winning workplace culture, ranked #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. and #1 Best Workplaces for Women for five years in a row.

We support our team members' mental and physical wellbeing through programs and benefits such as:

• Access to your pay when needed via DailyPay
• Health insurance
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Go Hilton travel discount
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase at 15% discount
• Debt-free education opportunities

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