Executive Sous Chef - Lead Culinary Ops & Guest Experience

Hilton; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Caregiving concierge services

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, drive guest-focused dining experiences, and collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B team to deliver memorable stays. You’ll oversee preparation, production, and quality across all hotel meals while managing costs and maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation.

You’ll also mentor a high-performing kitchen team, implement process improvements, and ensure smooth operations during events and banquets, embodying

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead culinary teams in a fast-paced hotel environment.
• Strong focus on food quality, presentation, cost controls, and profitability.
• Commitment to hospitality, guest satisfaction, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing day-to-day culinary operations: manage preparation and production of hotel meals with high standards
• Enhance menu offerings with Executive Chef and F&B Director for banquets and events
• Delight guests by gathering feedback and implementing improvements
• Support operational efficiency by refining kitchen systems and workflows
• Cultivate a high-performing team through performance management and development
• Uphold health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations

Skills

Hospitality

Leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Ownership

Job description

Hilton is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations, drive guest-focused dining experiences, and collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B team to deliver memorable stays. You’ll oversee preparation, production, and quality across all hotel meals while managing costs and maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation.

You’ll also mentor a high-performing kitchen team, implement process improvements, and ensure smooth operations during events and banquets, embodying