Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

Hilton Worldwide•Lake Buena Vista, FL

31d

About The Position

Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team at this iconic Disney-area resort. Located within walking distance of Disney Springs, this expansive property features 1,000+ guest rooms, 115,000+ sq. ft. of versatile banquet and event space, and several unique food & beverage outlets-including a signature restaurant, a lively lobby bar, a popular poolside venue, a grab-and-go marketplace, and full in-room dining. As Executive Sous Chef, you will play a critical role supporting the Executive Chef in leading all aspects of culinary operations. This position oversees a large talented team of culinarians, driving excellence in execution, consistency, creativity, and service across high-volume outlets and large-scale banquet experiences. Our ideal candidate will: Bring 5+ years of leadership experience in professional kitchens Offer a strong background in hotel culinary environments, with proven expertise in banquets and multi-outlet restaurant operations Demonstrate exceptional leadership, team development, and communication skills Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture rooted in innovation, quality, and integrity This is an incredible opportunity to join a high-performing team at one of Orlando's most notable resort properties. What will I be doing? As Executive Sous Chef, you would be responsible for assisting in the direction and administration of the planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

Requirements

Bring 5+ years of leadership experience in professional kitchens
Offer a strong background in hotel culinary environments, with proven expertise in banquets and multi-outlet restaurant operations
Demonstrate exceptional leadership, team development, and communication skills
Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture rooted in innovation, quality, and integrity

Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Chef in the direction and oversight of all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, preparation and production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability
Assist the Executive Chef by interacting with guests and clients to monitor and assess satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly
Assist the Executive Chef in creating and implementing menu selections for special banquet themes and events based on current food trends and regional tastes in partnership with the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage, as needed
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, conducting counseling and assisting with evaluations, training, scheduling and assigning work and delivering recognition and reward

Benefits

Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Medical Insurance Coverage - for you and your family
Mental Health Resources
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel discount program
Supportive parental leave
Matching 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs