Executive Chef – Oceanfront Luxury Resort

Hilton

Wailea (HI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks
ESPP
Paid parental leave
Caregiving support
Crisis concierge
Mental health resources
Paid time off
Health & welfare benefits
Retirement plans

Job summary

Grand Wailea, a Hilton luxury resort on Maui's Wailea coast, seeks an Executive Chef to shape the culinary experience across restaurants, bars, and banquets. You will elevate menus, mentor top culinary talent, and drive excellence in every dining moment for guests from around the world.

Lead with creativity and discipline, manage budgets, uphold safety standards, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver memorable experiences in a world-class resort setting.

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to lead large culinary teams in luxury hotel environments.
  • Strong understanding of menu development, food cost controls, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Direct culinary operations: oversee preparation and production of hotel meals with high standards.
  • Enhance menu offerings: develop menus with F&B Director based on trends and regional tastes.
  • Engage with guests to assess satisfaction and implement improvements.
  • Monitor financial performance: budget management, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Optimize kitchen operations: streamline systems and workflows.
  • Cultivate a high-performing team: performance management and development.
  • Ensure regulatory excellence: health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Leadership
Integrity
Hospitality
Teamwork
Ownership

Job description

Grand Wailea, a Hilton luxury resort on Maui's Wailea coast, seeks an Executive Chef to shape the culinary experience across restaurants, bars, and banquets. You will elevate menus, mentor top culinary talent, and drive excellence in every dining moment for guests from around the world.

Lead with creativity and discipline, manage budgets, uphold safety standards, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver memorable experiences in a world-class resort setting.

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