Luxury Resort Executive Chef — Travel Perks & Growth

Hilton; Dana Point (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP discount

Paid parental leave

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, California, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Bourbon Steak Team. As part of the Hilton family, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, drive culinary excellence, and ensure guest satisfaction.

You will manage menu development, control costs, mentor staff, and maintain health and safety standards in a luxury resort setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team
• Strong leadership and teamwork
• Commitment to integrity and hospitality

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations: oversee meal preparation, food quality, and presentation
• Drive culinary excellence: select ingredients, uphold presentation, ensure consistency
• Enhance menu offerings: create new dishes and seasonal menus
• Contribute to financial success: control costs, budgets, profitability through production planning
• Ensure operational efficiency: manage kitchen systems and coordination
• Inspire and develop the team: supervise, coach, foster positive environment
• Uphold regulatory standards: health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Hospitality

Job description

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, California, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Bourbon Steak Team. As part of the Hilton family, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, drive culinary excellence, and ensure guest satisfaction.

You will manage menu development, control costs, mentor staff, and maintain health and safety standards in a luxury resort setting.