Chief Butcher (Pre Opening) Waldorf Astoria
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Job Location:
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
With thousands of hotels across more than 100 countries and territories Hilton creates opportunities to inspire and delight guests around the world. From warm welcomes to exceptional dining experiences we bring hospitality to life through every detail. Our family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria LXR Conrad Canopy Curio Collection DoubleTree Hilton Garden Inn Hampton and many more.
If you are passionate about craftsmanship quality and culinary excellence you may be the professional were looking for. At Hilton we never forget our purpose: to delight our guests our Team Members and our owners.
Role Overview
Are you an expert in meat and seafood preparation with exceptional technical skills including sausage making and traditional smoking methods
We are seeking a highly skilled Chief Butcher to lead all butchery operations during the hotels pre-opening and ongoing this role you will manage protein processing produce artisan sausages and cured meats oversee smoking techniques maintain quality standards and lead a high-performing butchery team.
If you take pride in craftsmanship precision and premium product quality we welcome your expertise.
What Will I Be Doing
Butchery Expertise Smoking & Sausage Production
- Oversee the breakdown cutting trimming and portioning of all meats poultry seafood and specialty cuts.
- Produce fresh and cured sausages following traditional and contemporary techniques to ensure premium quality and consistency.
- Execute smoking processes for meats and fish including brining curing seasoning temperature control and wood selection to achieve optimal flavor and texture.
- Ensure all smoked products meet brand standards for quality safety and presentation.
- Develop product specifications ensure proper yields and support culinary leadership in selecting cuts portion sizes and specialty preparations.
Operational Management
- Manage daily butchery production to support restaurants banquets IRD catering and specialty retail items.
- Ensure proper labeling storage curing drying and rotation of all meats and seafood according to HACCP standards.
- Monitor and maintain butchery tools grinders smokers slicers and cold rooms coordinating with Engineering for maintenance.
- Oversee receiving inspection and quality control of all incoming proteins.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead train and mentor the butchery team fostering a culture of craftsmanship discipline and continuous improvement.
- Conduct training on butchery techniques sausage production curing smoking portion control hygiene and knife safety.
- Manage team scheduling performance reviews cross-training and skills development.
- Ensure all colleagues follow established recipes portion standards and SOPs.
Quality Hygiene & Safety Compliance
- Uphold strict hygiene standards in all butchery and smoking areas ensuring compliance with HACCP food safety and Hilton sanitation requirements.
- Ensure proper handling curing storage and labeling to prevent contamination and maintain product integrity.
- Conduct routine inspections participate in internal audits and support continuous improvement in safety and sanitation.
- Implement waste control strategies maximize yields and ensure efficient use of trimmings and by-products.
Collaboration & Pre-Opening Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Executive Chef culinary leaders and procurement to establish product specs sourcing and operational workflows.
- Assist in selecting and setting up butchery and smoking equipment designing workflow systems and preparing BOH spaces for opening.
- Participate in menu and product development creating signature smoked meats sausages cured items and specialty cuts.
- Coordinate with suppliers to source high-quality meats seafood casings curing salts woods for smoking and specialty ingredients.
What Are We Looking For
A successful Chief Butcher at Hilton should possess:
- Professional diploma or certification in Butchery Culinary Arts or related training.
- Extensive experience as a Chief Butcher Senior Butcher or Butchery Supervisor in luxury hotels or high-end culinary establishments.
- Strong expertise in sausage making curing brining and traditional smoking of meats and fish.
- Mastery of meat poultry and seafood preparation portioning yield control and product classification.
- Exceptional knife skills and technical precision aligned with international standards.
- In-depth knowledge of HACCP food safety and sanitation protocols.
- Strong leadership training and supervisory skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
- Pre-opening experience is considered a plus.
What Is It Like to Work for Hilton
Hilton is a global hospitality leader dedicated to innovation exceptional service and creating memorable experiences. Our visionto fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitalityunites us as one team committed to excellence.
Our Team Members are at the heart of our success and we take pride in offering opportunities for growth recognition and a rewarding career journey.
EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans
Required Experience:
Chief
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Customer Service
- Hand Tools
- Food Industry
- Meat Cutting
- Packaging
- Cooking
- Apache Pig
- Food Processing
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Stay at Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and uncover the unexpected at our one-of-a-kind hotel. As part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection, we are perfect for guests seeking an uncommon experience and peace of mind.
