Sous Chef - Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center

Hilton

7d•$70,250 - $77,250

About The Position

The beautiful Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center is looking for a Sous Chef to lead the culinary team! This 384-suite property is set in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of D.C., just two blocks from the Washington Convention Center and a mile from the National Mall. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of Sous Chef experience, including exposure to high‑volume banquets or large‑party production. They must demonstrate strong task delegation skills and the ability to hold team members accountable. This Sous Chef will report directly to the Executive Chef and oversee a team of 20 culinary professionals. Previous hotel and union experience are preferred but not required. Shift Pattern: Candidates should have full availability to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays Pay Range: The annual salary range for this role is $70,250 - $77,250. Medical Insurance Coverage available – for you and your family! The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay 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 Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable. What will I be doing? As Sous Chef, you would be responsible for assisting with the direction and oversight of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, a Sous Chef would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: 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 What are we looking for? 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! #LI-AR2

Requirements

Minimum of one year of Sous Chef experience, including exposure to high‑volume banquets or large‑party production
Demonstrate strong task delegation skills and the ability to hold team members accountable

Nice To Haves

Previous hotel and union experience

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

Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
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