Executive Chef - Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton•Waikoloa, HI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hilton Waikoloa Village is seeking an Executive Chef to lead a dynamic, large-scale culinary operation at one of Hawai‘i’s most iconic resort destinations. Spanning multiple restaurants, bars, and expansive banquet venues across 62 oceanfront acres, this role offers the opportunity to create memorable dining experiences for guests from around the world. As Executive Chef, you will set the culinary vision for the resort, driving innovation, elevating execution, and developing a strong kitchen culture rooted in collaboration and excellence. From high-volume events to destination dining moments, this is an exceptional opportunity for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced resort environment and is inspired by the energy, scale, and beauty of Hawai‘i hospitality.

Requirements

Direct and administer the planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability
Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for outlets based on current food trends and regional tastes in partnership with Director of Food and Beverage
Interact with guests and clients to monitor and assess satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
Perform general management duties including, but not limited to, systems management, budget and forecasting, report generation, department management and meeting participation and facilitation
Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
Recruit, interview and train team members

Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel program: 110 nights of discounted travel
Parental leave to support new parents
401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
Career growth and development
Recognition and rewards programs