Chef de Cuisine - Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago, located in the vibrant heart of the Windy City, stands as a landmark luxury hotel with a storied history and a strong reputation for delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Known for its grand architecture and prime location near Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago offers guests a blend of rich tradition and modern luxury. One of its notable dining establishments, Kitty O'Sheas, is a beloved Irish pub famed for its authentic atmosphere, farm-to-fork Irish fare, and lively entertainment that captures the spirit of Ireland. At Kitty O'Sheas, guests enjoy a menu featuring everything from traditional Irish breakfasts to classic pub favorites like fish and chips, paired with whiskey flights and pints that bring the lively energy to life throughout the day and late into the night.

Hilton Chicago is actively seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join its talented culinary team at Kitty O'Sheas. This full-time position requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the high-volume and dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of supervisory or Sous Chef experience in a similarly fast-paced kitchen environment. As Chef de Cuisine, the individual will not only oversee daily culinary operations at Kitty O'Sheas but may also be required to support other food outlets within the hotel, including banquet services. The role demands strong culinary expertise, consistent food quality, and the ability to manage multiple kitchen operations smoothly.

In this leadership role, the Chef de Cuisine will focus heavily on team leadership, training, and maintaining high standards of food quality and kitchen organization. The position requires the individual to be highly adaptable, communicate effectively, and possess a passion for delivering excellent guest experiences. Ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards, managing food costs, inventory, and labor schedules are critical components of the job, as is fostering a positive workplace culture that supports professional development and teamwork.

The pay range for this role is estimated between $75,000 to $80,000 annually, varying based on experience and location. Hilton Chicago offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support the well-being and career growth of its employees. These include medical insurance coverage for employees and their families, paid time off, complimentary meals, access to the hotel athletic club, various discount programs, mental health resources, parental leave, 401K plan with company match, employee stock purchase programs, continuing education opportunities, and recognition and rewards programs.

Being part of Hilton Chicago means joining a global leader in hospitality that has continuously set standards for quality and innovation for over a century. The company values attributes such as hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and operating with urgency. Working at Hilton offers career growth, the chance to be part of a diverse and inclusive environment, and the opportunity to contribute to a brand dedicated to creating memorable hospitality experiences worldwide. Join Hilton Chicago’s culinary team and be part of a tradition of excellence, creativity, and exceptional guest service in one of the world’s most iconic cities.