Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Incredible travel perks
Dental Insurance
Paid parental leave
Personalized caregiving support
Crisis concierge
Mental Health Resources
Generous Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Financial security for your future
Job Description
Hilton is a globally renowned leader in the hospitality industry, recognized for its commitment to excellence and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Established with the vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton operates a suite of world-class brands across the globe. The company has welcomed over 3 billion guests worldwide and has earned prestigious awards, including repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. Hilton's dedication to fostering an award-winning workplace culture reflects its focus on supporting team members throughout their career journey, which makes it more than just a place to stay but also a great place to work. The company prides itself on living its core values of hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and a focused urgency that drives lasting impact and exceptional service.
This role is for a Lead Cook position at Hilton, where the focus goes beyond preparing high-quality food items. A Lead Cook at Hilton plays a pivotal role in spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by ensuring guests receive extraordinary dining experiences. This role is dynamic and multifaceted, requiring someone who can expertly prepare complex recipes, manage kitchen stations, and oversee quality control to meet Hilton's exacting standards. The Lead Cook works closely with the culinary team to maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized workspace while adhering to all health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations. In addition to food preparation, managing inventory, coordinating timing and plating, and guiding other cooks during shifts are essential parts of the job.
Hilton offers much more than just a job for a Lead Cook; it provides a career path supported by substantial employee benefits designed to foster wellbeing and financial security. Employees enjoy incredible travel perks with deeply discounted room rates, an employee stock purchase program, paid parental leave, and personalized caregiving support. Mental health resources, a crisis concierge service, and generous paid time off ensure team members and their families are cared for. Moreover, health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as retirement plans, further support the financial and physical health of Hilton’s workforce. This role exemplifies Hilton's commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where team members thrive and contribute meaningfully to creating memorable experiences for guests. Joining Hilton means becoming part of a globally respected company known not only for its hospitality excellence but also for investing in the growth and wellbeing of its people.
This role is for a Lead Cook position at Hilton, where the focus goes beyond preparing high-quality food items. A Lead Cook at Hilton plays a pivotal role in spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by ensuring guests receive extraordinary dining experiences. This role is dynamic and multifaceted, requiring someone who can expertly prepare complex recipes, manage kitchen stations, and oversee quality control to meet Hilton's exacting standards. The Lead Cook works closely with the culinary team to maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized workspace while adhering to all health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations. In addition to food preparation, managing inventory, coordinating timing and plating, and guiding other cooks during shifts are essential parts of the job.
Hilton offers much more than just a job for a Lead Cook; it provides a career path supported by substantial employee benefits designed to foster wellbeing and financial security. Employees enjoy incredible travel perks with deeply discounted room rates, an employee stock purchase program, paid parental leave, and personalized caregiving support. Mental health resources, a crisis concierge service, and generous paid time off ensure team members and their families are cared for. Moreover, health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as retirement plans, further support the financial and physical health of Hilton’s workforce. This role exemplifies Hilton's commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where team members thrive and contribute meaningfully to creating memorable experiences for guests. Joining Hilton means becoming part of a globally respected company known not only for its hospitality excellence but also for investing in the growth and wellbeing of its people.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous experience working in a kitchen or food service environment
- knowledge of health and safety regulations
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- strong attention to detail
- physical ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items
- effective communication skills
- leadership capability to manage and motivate a team
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- experience in a professional kitchen environment
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- strong culinary skills and ability to execute complex recipes
- leadership skills and ability to manage kitchen staff
- excellent organizational and communication skills
- ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Prepare menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards
- manage guest orders efficiently while ensuring a positive dining experience
- maintain a strong knowledge of menu offerings, handle complex recipes, and oversee stations, execution, quality control and inventory checks
- inspect all preparations and dishes ahead of serving to ensure they meet quality and presentation standards
- keep food service stations stocked and sanitary while following proper food handling, storage, and safety protocols
- coordinate timing and plating, manage and direct cooks during shifts, assist with inventory checks, ordering, shift briefings and some special features
- maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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