Sous Chef - Bring Your Passion to the Pass!
Are you ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Join our talented kitchen team as a Sous Chef, where you’ll work side‑by‑side with our Executive Chef to craft exceptional dining experiences for our guests and members. This is your chance to showcase your creativity and make your mark in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Why you'll love this role
As our Sous Chef, you’ll be an integral part of the heart of the hotel — the kitchen. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to menu innovation, elevate food quality, and inspire a high‑performing team. If you thrive on delivering top‑tier hospitality and love creating memorable culinary moments, this is the opportunity for you.
What you'll be doing
As Sous Chef you will work closely with the Executive Chef to manage aspects of the kitchen to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
* Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions
* Manage the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and taking action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation
* Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
* Ensure foods are of good quality and stored correctly
* Contribute to menu creation by responding and incorporating Guest feedback
* Ensure the consistent production of high quality food through all hotel food outlets
* Manage customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Executive Chef
* Ensure resources support the business needs through the effective management of working rotations
* Support brand standards through the training and assessment of the Team
* Manage the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organized, motivated Team
* Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets
* Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
* Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
What are we looking for?
A passionate chef with strong leadership skills, a love for quality food, and the ability to stay calm and organised in a busy kitchen. If you’re driven by innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional guest experiences, you’ll thrive here.
* Relevant qualifications for this role
* Excellent planning and organizing skills
* Ability multi-task and meet deadlines
* Strong supervisory skills
* A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required)
* A creative approach to the production of food
* Positive attitude
* Good communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to work on own or in teams
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
* Previous kitchen experience in similar role
* Passion for producing high quality food
* Knowledge of current food trends
* Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
At Hilton, you will be part of a culture that values growth, recognition, and genuine hospitality. We offer competitive benefits, global career pathways, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact - One plate at a time.
Ready to start your Hilton journey? Apply today and help us create unforgettable experiences for guests around the world. 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!