Sous Chef
What will I be doing?
As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the F&B Operations Manager to manage all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring an excellent Guest and Member experience. You will be responsible for managing food provisions, assisting with guest queries, and controlling costs. Specifically, you will be expected to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality, and administrative functions
Oversee the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and take action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation
Assist in resolving guest queries promptly and efficiently
Ensure foods are of high quality and stored correctly
Contribute to menu creation by responding to and incorporating Guest feedback
Ensure consistent production of high-quality food across all hotel food outlets
Manage customer relations when necessary in the absence of the F&B Operations Manager
Ensure resources meet business needs through effective management of working rotations
Support brand standards by training and assessing the Team
Manage the kitchen brigade to maintain a well-organized and motivated Team
Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and achieving departmental and financial targets
Assist other departments as needed and maintain good working relationships
Comply with hotel security, fire regulations, and all health, safety, and food safety legislation
Report maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues promptly
A Sous Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
- Relevant qualifications for this role
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Ability multi-task and meet deadlines
- Strong supervisory skills
- A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required)
- A creative approach to the production of food
- Positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own or in teams
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
- Previous kitchen experience in similar role
- Passion for producing high quality food
- Knowledge of current food trends
- Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
