Executive Sous Chef - Conrad Indianapolis

Hilton; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Indianapolis, a Hilton luxury property, invites an Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary team and lead the kitchen operations with passion for exceptional guest experiences.

As a key partner to the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director, you will oversee food quality, cost controls, and staff development across banquet and restaurant service, while upholding the brand’s standards of hospitality and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading large culinary teams in a hotel or luxury dining operation.
• Strong knowledge of menu planning, cost controls, and quality standards.
• Ability to manage and develop staff, uphold safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to develop banquet menus and special events.
• Drive efficiency by refining kitchen systems, workflows, and cost controls.
• Engage with guests to gather feedback and implement improvements to dining experiences.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team, fostering professional growth and recognition.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations.

Job description

Conrad Indianapolis is looking for a Executive Sous Chef to join the Culinary Team! This is an amazing opportunity to grow your career in a Fortune 500 company within a sophisticated luxury brand.

As the city's first true luxury hotel and only Forbes recommended hotel in the state, this 23-story tower has 247 guest rooms, 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, and 2 food and beverage outlets: The Capital Grille and The Lounge with the added convenience of in-room dining . We are home to the city's only hotel spa and are connected via skywalk to The Arts Garden and The Indiana Convention Center, giving teams and guests seamless access across downtown Indianapolis.

Join a team that values clear goals, open communication, and data-driven decisions-backed by Hilton systems, strong ownership partnerships, and a culture that develops leaders and recognizes results.

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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 Sous Chef , 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.