Lead Cook, The Club at Hilton - Hilton Cleveland Downtown

Hilton•Cleveland, OH

2d•$23

About The Position

The Hilton Cleveland Downtown is looking for their next Lead Cook to be part of an exciting new venture at The Club at Hilton! Soaring 32 stories with stunning views of Lake Erie, Hilton Cleveland Downtown is located in the heart of downtown with 600 modern guest rooms and upscale amenities like an indoor pool and rooftop bar. Connected to the Convention Center, it's just steps from Cleveland's key nightlife & entertainment district. The Hilton Cleveland Downtown provides a dynamic and professional setting for team members to grow their hospitality careers. Guests will soon be able to book access to The Club at Hilton, a premium, hosted club designed to elevate guests meet, focus, relax and refuel, featuring elevated dining, curated coffee service and thoughtfully designed areas for quiet work or collaborative conversation. Check us out: Hilton Cleveland Downtown | Dine & Drinks The ideal Lead Cook candidate is a culinary professional with a passion for elevated, high‑quality culinary experiences. They bring a minimum of two years of restaurant experience, preferably within high-end or fine dining environments, and have at least one year in a leadership or supervisory role. This individual thrives in a premium, guest‑focused setting and understands the importance of consistency, presentation, and refined service. They are flexible, dependable, and able to work independently, supporting the daily culinary operations of this new, private club experience.

Requirements

The ideal Lead Cook candidate is a culinary professional with a passion for elevated, high‑quality culinary experiences.
They bring a minimum of two years of restaurant experience, preferably within high-end or fine dining environments, and have at least one year in a leadership or supervisory role.
This individual thrives in a premium, guest‑focused setting and understands the importance of consistency, presentation, and refined service.
They are flexible, dependable, and able to work independently, supporting the daily culinary operations of this new, private club experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute elevated, high-quality dishes in alignment with The Club’s premium dining standards
Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness in all food production.
Support and guide culinary team members, providing direction, training, and oversight during service.
Maintain exceptional food presentation and quality, ensuring all menu items meet brand expectations.
Coordinate with leadership and service teams to ensure smooth communication and efficient service flow.
Manage prep lists, production schedules, and station organization to maximize efficiency.
Monitor food inventory levels, assist with ordering, and reduce waste through proper rotation and storage.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards, including proper handling, labeling, and cleanliness of all food areas.
Work independently when required, demonstrating strong decision-making and time‑management skills.
Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times
Practice correct food handling and food storage procedures according to federal, state, local and company regulations

Benefits

Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
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: 100 nights of discounted travel
Parental leave to support new parents
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
401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs