Head Chef, Estuary

Conrad Hotel, a prestigious member of the Hilton portfolio, stands as a beacon of luxury and excellence in Washington DC's vibrant hospitality scene. Celebrated as Hilton's Luxury Hotel of the Year for 2022 and lauded with a Forbes 4-Star rating, Conrad Hotel offers an exceptional guest experience across its 360 elegant rooms and expansive 32,000 square feet of versatile banquet space. The hotel's culinary landscape is distinguished by five remarkable dining venues, including a signature restaurant, a rooftop bar, a lobby bar, a club lounge, and personalized in-room dining, all designed to cater to diverse palates and sophisticated tastes.

Joining Conrad Hotel as the Head Chef presents a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within a dynamic, upscale environment. This full-time role involves overseeing culinary operations primarily in Estuary, the hotel’s renowned restaurant, and In-Room Dining services. As Head Chef, you will be an integral member of the executive leadership team, directly reporting to the Executive Chef. Your leadership will guide a talented team comprising two Sous Chefs and eight to ten line cooks, where your expertise will shape the quality, presentation, and consistency of the culinary offerings.

The ideal candidate is expected to bring at least one to two years of experience in a Head Chef role, preferably in fine dining settings, and should be adept at managing unionized teams. The position requires the ability to lead daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, food safety, sanitation, and cost control to ensure operational profitability. This hands-on leadership role encompasses responsibilities such as systems management, budgeting, forecasting, administrative duties, and facilitating effective team communications through meetings and performance evaluations.

A key aspect of the role involves the creative design and implementation of innovative menus that reflect the highest standards of culinary excellence and accommodate evolving guest preferences. The Head Chef will also be responsible for sourcing premium ingredients, including fresh produce, meats, and spices, ensuring consistency in quality that epitomizes Conrad Hotel’s fine dining experience.

Embodying Hilton’s core values is central to the success of this role. Hilton’s commitment to hospitality excellence, integrity, leadership, teamwork, accountability, and urgency anchors the culture at Conrad Hotel. Candidates are expected to exemplify qualities such as quality, productivity, dependability, customer focus, and adaptability. This role offers the chance to be a vital part of a historic brand renowned for nearly a century of outstanding service and innovation in the hospitality industry.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience and location, reflecting the hotel's commitment to attract top culinary talent. Various shifts are available, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, catering to the diverse needs of our team and guests.

Working at Hilton means more than just a job; it is an opportunity to be part of a globally recognized company that values its team members and fosters career growth, inclusivity, and well-being. Conrad Hotel’s culinary leadership role is perfect for a passionate, motivated professional eager to make a significant impact in luxury hospitality while advancing their career within a supportive and prestigious environment.