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Hilton Indianapolis

Executive Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $95,000.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Supplemental benefits
401K Matching
Employee Discount Program
Paid vacation
Paid sick time

Job Description

We are a premier hospitality establishment recognized for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding guest service. Our organization prides itself on fostering a vibrant and dynamic environment where creativity meets precision, passion blends with professionalism, and innovation drives excellence. As a key player in luxury hotel and hospitality sectors, we maintain a strong commitment to quality, safety, and guest satisfaction across all our food and beverage operations. We operate multiple dining outlets, banquet and catering services, special activations, and in-room dining, ensuring every guest encounter is memorable and distinguished by superior culinary craftsmanship.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of culinary experience including at least 2 years in an Executive Sous Chef or Sous Chef role
  • Minimum 2 years in a supervisory kitchen leadership position
  • At least 1 year of lead line cook experience
  • Valid and current Food Safety Certification such as ServSafe or local equivalent
  • High school diploma or GED or 2-year degree in Culinary Arts Hospitality Management or related field
  • Proven experience in luxury or premium hotel kitchens
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Ability to manage budgeting and cost control
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years of culinary experience including at least 2 years in an Executive Sous Chef or Sous Chef role demonstrating progressive leadership and oversight of daily kitchen operations
  • At least 2 years in a supervisory kitchen leadership position
  • Minimum 1 year of lead line cook experience
  • Deep understanding of stewarding or back-of-house support operations staffing and chemical safety
  • High school diploma or GED with at least 6 years of culinary or Food & Beverage leadership experience or 2-year degree in Culinary Arts Hospitality Management or a related field plus 4 years of relevant professional experience
  • Valid and current Food Safety Certification such as ServSafe or local equivalent
  • Graduate of an accredited culinary institution with certification in professional culinary arts or equivalent formal training
  • Proficient in industry-standard hospitality software including MICROS POS Oracle hospitality systems and BirchStreet
  • Experienced in using Microsoft Office Suite Excel Outlook Word for inventory management scheduling budgeting and communication at an executive level
  • Familiarity with payroll and labor platforms such as Paychex

Job Duties

  • Lead all aspects of culinary staffing including hiring training performance evaluation and team development fostering a high-performing and engaged kitchen culture
  • Strategically schedule culinary team members to ensure optimal staffing levels while maintaining compliance with labor standards and budget guidelines
  • Oversee all cooking operations ensuring proper techniques consistent portioning and visually compelling plate presentation that reflects brand standards
  • Drive culinary innovation through thoughtful meal planning and menu development aligning offerings with guest expectations seasonal trends and event needs
  • Partner with the GM AGM Director of Food & Beverage and Sales to plan and execute exceptional banquets VIP functions custom events and special events
  • Implement and maintain rigorous guidelines and control procedures for purchasing receiving and inventory management ensuring quality and cost-efficiency
  • Requisition food equipment and supplies clearly specifying quality quantity and vendor expectations to support seamless kitchen operations
  • Monitor and control departmental expenses including food cost supply usage uniform inventory and equipment maintenance while optimizing profit margins
  • Participate in the annual budgeting process and support ongoing financial performance monitoring within culinary operations
  • Promote and enforce all safety standards and sanitation protocols including brand-specific codes and regulatory compliance ensuring team awareness and adherence
  • Communicate and champion the importance of safety conducting regular reviews of procedures and monitoring compliance in all kitchen areas
  • Contribute to overall revenue and profitability through efficient operations thoughtful cost control and guest-driven culinary execution
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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