Executive Chef - Hilton Omaha

Hilton; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP

Parental leave

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton Omaha is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the property's culinary and stewarding operations, directing a team of 20 and reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of Executive Chef experience or a strong Executive Sous Chef background, with a focus on developing team members and managing food and labor costs.

You will drive menu development, oversee budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and inventory while maintaining exceptional guest experiences

Qualifications

• Seasoned culinary leader with hands-on approach.
• Experience overseeing large kitchens and menu development.
• Skilled in food cost controls, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Direct culinary operations and ensure high food quality and profitability.
• Develop menus with trends and regional tastes.
• Engage with guests to address concerns and improve dining.
• Oversee budget, forecasting, and reporting to meet targets.
• Streamline kitchen systems and workflows for efficiency.
• Mentor and retain a high-performing culinary team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Budgeting & forecasting

Purchasing & inventory

Team development

Communication

Operations management

Job description

Job Identification: 226504

Job Category: Culinary

Job Schedule: Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, including disability/vets

Hilton Omaha is looking for an Executive Chef to join the team! Conveniently located in Downtown Omaha, we are a block from the Charles Schwab Field, less than a mile from the Old Market Entertainment District, and a proud official Creighton University partner! Hilton Omaha features 4 food and beverage outlets, plus room service delivery and close to 40,000 sqft in banquet space.

In this role, you will oversee the property’s culinary and stewarding operations, leading an Executive Sous Chef, an Executive Restaurant Chef, and 20 Team Members while reporting directly to the Director of Food & Beverage.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Executive Sous Chef or have 1–2 years of Executive Chef experience, with a passion for developing both Team Members and fellow leaders. We are seeking a creative culinarian with strong menu development skills and experience managing the financial aspects of culinary operations, including food and labor costs, budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and inventory control. Strong communication and organizational skills, a hands‑on leadership approach, and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment are essential.

Want to learn more?

Hotel Website (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/omacvhh-hilton-omaha/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hiltonomaha/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HiltonOmaha/)

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 Chef , and success 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.

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

• Direct culinary operations: Oversee 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 Food and Beverage Director to develop new menus and individual menu items based on current food trends and regional tastes

• Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and implement improvements to elevate the dining experience

• Monitor financial performance: Oversee budget management, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial targets are met and culinary operations are aligned with the hotel’s goals

• Optimize kitchen operations: Oversee and streamline kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to ensure smooth and efficient operations

• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs

• Ensure regulatory excellence: Uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

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. #LI-JP2

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program

• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future

• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones

• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care

• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best‑in‑class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most

• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered

• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

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 (https://www.hilton.com/en/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 (https://jobs.hilton.com/blogs) to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.