Executive Chef Restaurants - Signia by Hilton Indianapolis

Hilton; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Signia by Hilton Indianapolis is seeking an Executive Chef for the Restaurants team to lead culinary operations at a premier downtown destination connected to major venues. The role focuses on high standards, guest engagement, and strategic menu development across multiple outlets.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of luxury-hospitality leadership, strong team-building skills, and experience with large-scale operations or pre-openings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in luxury, resort, or large-scale properties.
• Background overseeing hotel restaurant operation of at least 5 outlets.
• Experience with property openings or renovations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations: manage prep, production, food quality, presentation, costs and profitability.
• Enhance menu offerings with the Executive Chef and F&B Director for banquets and events.
• Engage with guests/clients to gather feedback and implement dining improvements.
• Support kitchen systems, processes and workflows to ensure seamless operations.
• Cultivate a high-performing team through engagement, development and recognition programs.
• Uphold health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness regulations.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team management

Job description

Job Identification: 221488

Job Category: Culinary

Job Schedule: Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, including disability/vets

Signia by Hilton Indianapolis is looking for their next Executive Chef for their Restaurants team!

Join our team at one of downtown Indianapolis' most iconic destinations, with direct skywalk access to the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. From seven unique dining experiences and a stunning sky lounge to premium wellness offerings and the largest ballroom in Indiana, you'll be part of a world-class team that delivers exceptional hospitality every day. With the Indianapolis Motor Speedway just seven miles away, the excitement never stops - and neither do the opportunities to grow your career.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience in luxury, resort, or large-scale properties, with a strong background overseeing hotel restaurant operation of at least 5 outlets. A composed team builder who leads by example and upholds the highest standards - prior experience in property openings or renovations is a big plus for this exciting pre-opening opportunity!

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 of Restaurants , you’re not just assisting in the direction and administration 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:

• Assist in overseeing day-to-day culinary operations: Manage 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 Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director to develop and execute menu selections for special banquets and events, incorporating current food trends and regional flavors

• Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to gather feedback, identify trends, and support the Executive Chef in implementing improvements that enhance the dining experience

• Support operational efficiency: Assist in managing and refining kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to maintain seamless operations

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

• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring 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.

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.