Executive chef (m/f/d)

Job Identification: 210953 Job Category: Culinary Job Schedule: Full time Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself brightening someoneu2019s day. When you join our Hotels team, thatu2019s exactly what youu2019ll do every time you come to work! As an Executive Chef (m/f/d) , and success of all hotel culinary operations u2013 youu2019re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. Here's what you'll do during a typical day: Direct culinary operations: Oversee the preparation and production of hotel meals, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and overall profitability. Being in charge for Breakfast, A la carte and Banqueting. Enhance menu offerings: Partner with the Food and Beverage Director to develop new menus and individual menu items based on current food trends and regional tastes Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and implement improvements to elevate the dining experience Monitor financial performance: Oversee budget management, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial targets are met and culinary operations are aligned with the hotelu2019s goals Optimize kitchen operations: Oversee and streamline kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to ensure smooth and efficient operations Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs Ensure regulatory excellence: Uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing Collaborating on transnational F&D projects: Represent the hotel in regional initiatives by collaborating with regional leaders and other properties, aligning objectives and sharing insights to successfully implement food concepts across the region. What Are We Looking For You are exactly who we are looking for if you bring: Several years of experience in a comparable position or as an Executive Sous Chef in a hotel of similar size Proven experience with large-scale banquet operations Strong leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to develop and mentor team members A high level of responsibility, resilience, and reliability The ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment Flexibility and strong commitment to quality A clear drive for excellence A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across all departments Good command of German and English (spoken, written and listening comprehension) Ideally, a certified trainer qualification from Germany (AEVO/Ausbilderschein) A valid work and residence permit How Weu2019ll Help You Thrive At Hilton, the hospitality weu2019re known for doesnu2019t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Membersu2019 wellbeing, supporting you through all of lifeu2019s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*: Incredible travel perks u2013 Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program Paid parental leave u2013 Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents Crisis concierge u2013 In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care Mental health resources u2013 Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves and their loved ones. In many countries, eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). _*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Memberu2019s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan._ Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture At Hilton, we donu2019t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guestsu2014we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, weu2019ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the Worldu2019s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands (https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/) , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, weu2019re setting new standards for the future of travel. Whether youu2019re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the careeru2014and help us make every stay a little more magical. Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog (https://jobs.hilton.com/blogs) to see why weu2019re more than a great place to stayu2014weu2019re a great place to work.