Temporary Task Force Senior Sous Chef - Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Mental Health Resources
Paid Time Off
Go Hilton travel program
Parental leave
Debt free education
401k plan
Hilton shares
Career growth and development
Recognition and rewards programs
Job Description
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, located at the iconic Old Post Office on Pennsylvania Avenue, stands as the newest and highly anticipated luxury hotel in the heart of the nation's capital. This distinguished property has been elegantly reimagined to reclaim its status as one of Washington, D.C.'s most prestigious addresses, welcoming guests with timeless elegance and world-class hospitality. With 263 beautifully appointed rooms, an impressive 38,000 square feet of versatile event space, and an array of dining and bar options—including two restaurants and three bars—this hotel is poised to become the premier destination for the city’s most consequential events, groundbreaking meetings,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 5 years of culinary experience including supervisory role in a luxury hospitality environment
- strong leadership and team management skills
- working knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- excellent communication and organizational skills
- physical ability to work in a fast paced kitchen environment
- commitment to upholding Hilton and Waldorf Astoria brand standards
Job Qualifications
- Proven culinary leadership experience in a full service luxury hotel or resort
- strong knowledge of kitchen operations including food safety sanitation and HACCP standards
- experience managing diverse culinary teams in multiple outlets
- ability to develop innovative menus and adapt to seasonal trends
- excellent organizational and communication skills
- ability to work flexible shifts including weekends holidays and varied hours
- culinary degree or relevant professional certification preferred
- experience in banquet and event catering management
- demonstrated ability to mentor and develop culinary staff
- proficiency in inventory management and cost control
Job Duties
- Lead daily kitchen operations across all property outlets including fine dining casual restaurants banquets room service and lounge bar menus
- supervise and coordinate culinary teams to ensure consistent quality presentation and service standards aligned with Waldorf Astoria brand expectations
- collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning seasonal changes and special event offerings
- oversee ordering inventory and cost control measures to maximize efficiency and maintain budget goals
- ensure compliance with all food safety sanitation and HACCP guidelines throughout all outlets
- manage scheduling training and performance evaluations for sous chefs line cooks and other BOH staff
- maintain clear communication between kitchen teams and FOH to ensure smooth service flow
- support banquet and catering functions ensuring timely execution of large scale events while maintaining quality
- mentor and develop staff for career growth within the Waldorf Astoria culinary program
- step in for the Executive Chef as needed managing all aspects of kitchen leadership
- assist in menu creation for special banquet themes and events based on food trends and regional tastes
- ensure compliance with health safety sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
- monitor and develop team member performance including supervision counseling evaluations training scheduling and recognition
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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