Executive Sous Chef

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our culinary team as an Executive Sous Chef and bring your passion for food and leadership to life! We’re seeking a dynamic and driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen and is committed to crafting exceptional dining experiences. If you lead with confidence, inspire excellence in others, and take pride in delivering top-tier culinary standards, this could be the perfect next step in your hospitality journey.

Hilton Adelaide is centrally located, overlooking Victoria Square. The hotel has 377 rooms ranging from guest rooms to the executive floor and suites. Hilton Adelaide offers unrivalled conference and events facilities comprising of 19 meeting rooms. It is the only 5-star hotel in Adelaide able to host 500 delegates to meet, eat and sleep, all under one roof.

What will I be doing?

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth production, timely service, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, coordinate rosters, and maintain high team morale and productivity.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design seasonal menus, special events, and promotional offerings.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portioning to meet brand standards and guest expectations.
• Control food costs, minimize waste, and ensure efficient use of ingredients to maximize profitability.
• Maintain strict HACCP protocols and ensure kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and equipment maintenance.
• Respond professionally to guest feedback and special requests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Support staff training initiatives, encourage skill development, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Attend management meetings, maintain kitchen documentation, and assist with inventory and ordering processes.

What are we looking for?

• High School graduate
• 5-8 years as Head of Kitchen in 4 / 5-star category hotel or individual restaurants with high standards
• Good command in English, both verbal and written to meet business needs
• Relevant trade qualifications
• Possess a valid health certificate
• Work experience in similar capacity with international chain hotels
• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred

Benefits

https://jobs.hilton.com/apac/en/job/HOT0C2FJ/Executive-Sous-Chef