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What will I be doing?

As Executive Chef, you will be fully responsible for the culinary direction, operational excellence, and financial performance of the kitchen.

Specifically, you will:

- Lead, inspire, and develop a high‑performing kitchen brigade, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Drive culinary excellence in group and banquet operations, ensuring flawless execution for events and maximizing guest satisfaction.
- Lead the development, implementation, and positioning of new Food & Beverage concepts, aligned with market trends and brand standards.
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, and Events teams to support revenue generation and enhance the hotel’s competitive positioning.
- Maintain consistent delivery of high‑quality food across all outlets, ensuring compliance with Hilton brand standards.
- Manage kitchen operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and waste management, ensuring strong financial performance.
- Optimize food cost, margins, and operational efficiencies without compromising quality or guest experience.
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations.
- Proactively engage with guests, gathering feedback and continuously improving the culinary offering.
- Manage recruitment, training, succession planning, and performance management of the culinary team.
- Maintain strong communication and collaboration across all hotel departments.




- Effectively lead within a unionized environment, ensuring compliance while fostering positive and productive team relations.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in menus, presentation, and service delivery.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a dynamic, strategic, and inspirational culinary leader who combines operational excellence with strong business acumen.

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in high‑volume hotels or resorts.

Strong background in banquet, group, and large‑scale event operations.

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute innovative Food & Beverage concepts.

Experience working in a unionized environment.

Strong leadership and team development capabilities, with the ability to inspire and elevate teams.

Solid financial acumen, including cost control, budgeting, and revenue optimization.

Strong collaboration skills with commercial teams (Sales & Marketing).

Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

Passion for culinary excellence, innovation, and guest experience.

It would be advantageous...

- A certification in management
- Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Job: Culinary

Title: Executive Chef

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0CI7E

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