Sous Chef

Honolulu, HI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $78,900.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Hilton travel benefit

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

group health insurance

Health insurance Opt-Out option

Group Life Insurance

401(k) match

Job Description

Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel, located in the iconic Waikiki Beach area, is renowned for providing exceptional hospitality and culinary experiences. As a part of the global Hilton brand, the hotel prides itself on delivering excellent customer service, innovative dining options, and a welcoming atmosphere for guests from around the world. Hilton Waikiki Beach offers a vibrant environment that blends Hawaiian culture with contemporary excellence, making it a top destination for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel features multiple dining outlets, including M.A.C. 24/7, LBLE, Hang 10, Room Service, and M.A.C.2Go, each offering unique menus designed to satisfy diverse guest... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years experience as a chef or line cook
Minimum 5 years experience in restaurant chef, supervisor or related management role or equivalent
Ability to work varying shifts including AM, PM, overnight, holidays and weekends
Strong culinary knowledge
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Ability to manage, train and motivate a team
Attention to detail and high-quality food preparation
Ability to work under pressure and solve problems
Physical stamina to perform kitchen duties
Commitment to regular attendance
No remote or hybrid work, must work full in-office presence

Job Qualifications

Minimum 3 years experience as a chef or line cook
Minimum 5 years experience as a restaurant chef, supervisor or related management in a similar kitchen environment or combined two to four years related successful experience and/or training
Work experience in similar capacity in a hotel environment preferred
High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience
Technical certification, degree or diploma in culinary arts or related field preferred
Participation in additional culinary classes or seminars desired

Job Duties

Manages and oversees the outlet kitchen operations for all outlets
Supervise and coordinate the work of the kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
Collaborate with the Chef to plan and execute menus
Ensure proper staffing levels for maximum productivity and highest standards of quality while controlling food and payroll costs
Leads monthly restaurant culinary team meetings in the absence of Executive Sous Chef
Assist in monitoring and developing team member performance including supervision, counseling, evaluations, training, scheduling, assigning work and recognition
Recruits and selects qualified candidates and provides team members with orientation and training to understand expectations
Maintains high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation
Ensures each plate is prepared properly, portioned, plated, and ticketed as ordered
Conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Monitor and control food costs while minimizing waste
Establish and maintain a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment
Contributes creative ideas for new dishes considering seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
Keeps menu current with local competition and trends
Assists in managing kitchen inventory, conducting monthly inventory, and ordering supplies
Ensures proper storage and rotation of ingredients
Maintains compliance with company policies, health and safety guidelines
Addresses and resolves kitchen and employee related issues promptly
Assists with the development and implementation of annual restaurant budgets
Provides financial performance accountability for food and beverage outlets
Recommends menu pricing and assists with kitchen team scheduling
Performs related duties as assigned by Executive Sous Chef and management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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