Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Anaheim

Hilton; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Go Hilton travel program

ESPP (employee stock purchase)

Paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Job summary

Hilton Anaheim is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations in a high-volume hotel with multiple outlets. You will partner with the Executive Chef to maintain top-quality food, cost controls, and guest satisfaction while mentoring a large team under a union agreement.

This role requires a passion for hospitality, leadership excellence, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to ensure flawless service.

Qualifications

• Prior hotel experience.
• Prior union management experience.
• Previous kitchen leadership roles (3+ years).
• High volume multioutlet experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day culinary operations, ensuring food quality, cost controls, and profitability.
• Partner with Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director to develop menus for events and banquets.
• Engage guests and collect feedback to drive dining improvements.
• Refine kitchen systems and processes for seamless operations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, with performance management and recognition.

Skills

Hotel experience

Union management experience

Kitchen leadership

High volume operations

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Job description

Job Description

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.

The Hilton Anaheim is searching for their next Executive Sous Chef to join the team! If you have a passion for customer service and want to learn and grow in the hospitality industry, this is the perfect opportunity!

The 1,574 room Hilton Anaheim is in the heart of California's famous Orange County, next to the Anaheim Convention Center and steps from the Disneyland Resort. Be part of a team that is ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and on Fortune’s World’s Best Workplaces list! From a friendly workplace environment to competitive health benefits, career growth opportunities and our amazing Go Hilton travel discount program that our team members and their family and friends may use.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following

• Prior hotel experience
• Prior union management experience
• Previous experience managing a larger team under a collective bargaining agreement
• High volume multioutlet experience
• Computer and Microsoft Office literacy
• Ability to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
• Previous kitchen leadership experience of 3+ years (Chef de Cuisine, Senior Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef)

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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.

About Us

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 , 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 to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

About The Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

Benefits

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.