Chef de Cuisine - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
About The Position
The gorgeous Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is looking for their next talented Chef De Cuisine. This is an incredible opportunity for a chef to expand their leadership experience and grow within the kitchen! This role will help oversee culinary operation of The Set, where guests can enjoy the ocean view and cozy up by the fire pits at Santa Barbara’s best sunset-watching spot. The Set serves bistro-style classic dishes and specialty cocktails for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. It will also help oversee culinary operation of The Roundhouse, where guests can start their day at the Roundhouse buffet or choose from a menu of à la carte breakfast favorites.
Requirements
- A total of 5-7 years cooking/culinary experience
- 2 years minimum experience in a supervisory role within a kitchen (preferably hotel setting)
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to liaise between team members and upper management
Nice To Haves
- Luxury resort experience
- Payroll experience
- Banquet (high volume) experience
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily culinary operations: Manage food preparation and production, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to cost controls to optimize profitability
- Develop and execute menus: Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to create and refine menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and culinary trends
- Manage inventory and procurement: Oversee ordering, inventory control, and vendor relationships to maintain cost efficiency while ensuring high-quality ingredients
- Support financial performance: Participate in P&L reviews, manage food and labor costs, and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and profitability
- Enhance guest experiences: Engage with guests and internal stakeholders, gather feedback, and support initiatives to elevate the dining experience
- Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
- Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing
Benefits
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
