Executive Chef: Lead Culinary Innovation & Teams

Hilton; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP discount

Paid parental leave

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown Canopy by Hilton is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Culinary and Stewarding teams, reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage. The role oversees all hotel meals, menus, and kitchen operations in a first full-service Canopy property overlooking the river.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years as an Executive Sous Chef, with strong culinary knowledge, top-tier communication, and the ability to build high-performing teams while fostering a positive

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of Executive Sous Chef experience.
• Hands-on leader with strong culinary knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and foster a positive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Direct culinary operations: oversee the preparation and production of hotel meals, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and profitability.
• Enhance menu offerings: partner with the Food and Beverage Director to develop new menus and items based on trends and regional tastes.
• Delight our guests: engage with guests to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and implement improvements to elevate the dining experience.
• Monitor financial performance: oversee budget, forecasting, and reporting to meet targets.
• Optimize kitchen operations: streamline kitchen systems, processes, and workflows for smooth operations.
• Cultivate a high-performing team: drive engagement and retention through performance management and development programs.
• Ensure regulatory excellence: uphold health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations, ensuring guest and team wellbeing.

Skills

Executive leadership

Culinary excellence

Communication skills

Team development

Organizational skills

Job description

Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown Canopy by Hilton is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Culinary and Stewarding teams, reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage. The role oversees all hotel meals, menus, and kitchen operations in a first full-service Canopy property overlooking the river.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years as an Executive Sous Chef, with strong culinary knowledge, top-tier communication, and the ability to build high-performing teams while fostering a positive