Executive Sous Chef - Lead Creative, Guest-Focused Kitchen

Hilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Go Hilton travel program

ESPP: employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Caregiving concierge

Crisis concierge

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations and deliver exceptional hospitality. You will partner with the Executive Chef and F&B Director to refine menus for daily service and events, while guiding a high-performing kitchen team to uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and guest experience.

In this role you’ll engage with guests to gather feedback, drive improvements, and optimize kitchen processes for efficiency and profitability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in a culinary team and daily kitchen operation oversight.
• Commitment to high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and profitability.
• Ability to collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership on menu execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing day-to-day culinary operations and production of hotel meals with focus on quality and profitability.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop menus for banquets and events, incorporating current trends and regional flavors.
• Engage with guests/clients to gather feedback and drive improvements in the dining experience.
• Support kitchen systems and workflows to maintain seamless operations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team through performance management and recognition.
• Uphold health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations to ensure guest and staff wellbeing.

Job description

Hilton is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations and deliver exceptional hospitality. You will partner with the Executive Chef and F&B Director to refine menus for daily service and events, while guiding a high-performing kitchen team to uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and guest experience.

In this role you’ll engage with guests to gather feedback, drive improvements, and optimize kitchen processes for efficiency and profitability.