Executive Chef: Lead Menu Creation & Kitchen Ops

HILTON KANSAS CITY AIRPORT; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Kansas City Airport is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations, including menu development, cost control, and daily culinary execution.

Responsibilities include creating new menu items, ensuring quality and safety standards, supervising kitchen staff, coordinating with service teams, and managing inventory and equipment maintenance to support high-volume dining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in culinary arts.
• Ability to read safety rules and procedures written guidelines.
• Strong supervisory and training skills across kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop new menu items and daily specials.
• Read orders and ensure quality and consistency of menu items.
• Stock and prepare foods during meal-time rush.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff; manage labor and scheduling.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and proper food handling.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Hilton Kansas City Airport is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations, including menu development, cost control, and daily culinary execution.

Responsibilities include creating new menu items, ensuring quality and safety standards, supervising kitchen staff, coordinating with service teams, and managing inventory and equipment maintenance to support high-volume dining.