Senior Sous Chef - Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

Hilton•Lake Buena Vista, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability 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 global brands . 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! EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans The Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace is looking for a talented Senior Sous Chef to help lead their culinary team! Located within walking distance to Disney Springs, this hotel has over 1,000 rooms, 92,000 square feet of banquet space, and six (6) food and beverage outlets. This includes a restaurant, lobby bar, sports bar, pool restaurant, grab and go marketplace, and in-room dining. In this role, you will assist the Executive Sous Chef in overseeing all culinary operations for one kitchen servicing three (3) outlets\: the full-service restaurant Letterpress, the lobby bar Sunnies, and in-room dining. You will manage a team of 15-20 union team members and play a key role in menu development for these concepts. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader with a talent for training and developing others, a passion for innovation, and fosters a positive culture.

Requirements

At least three (3) years of culinary leadership experience in a high-volume environment with a background in restaurants and menu development.

Nice To Haves

Prior hotel, multi-outlet, and union management experience are a plus!

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
Create and implement 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
Assist in monitoring and developing 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

Go Hilton travel program\: 100 nights of discounted travel
Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Hilton Shares\: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
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)
Flexible shifts and days off
Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare
Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment