Executive Chef DoubleTree San Jose

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

What are we looking for

Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.
• Leadership - Were leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - Were team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - Were the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the World. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 110 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• Career growth and development
• Recognition and rewards programs

The annual salary range for this role is $110000-$120000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

DoubleTree San Jose is looking for an Executive Chef to join the team!

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and within a 5-minute drive to San Jose International Airport this hotel has 505 rooms 56000 square feet of banquet space and 3 food and beverage outlets with one more underway.

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional and genuine leader who can drive the operation forward through innovation strong financial acumen and staff development. Prior union experience is a plus.

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What will I be doing

As Executive Chef you would be responsible for directing and administering the planning preparation production and control of all culinary operations in the hotels continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct and oversee all culinary operations to include but not limited to production of all hotel meals food quality and presentation compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations team member productivity and performance implementation of policies and procedures cost controls and overall profitability
• Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for outlets based on current food trends and regional tastes in partnership with Director of Food and Beverage
• Interact with guests and clients to monitor and assess satisfaction trends evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly
• Ensure compliance with federal state local and company health safety sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
• Perform general management duties including but not limited to systems management budget and forecasting report generation department management and meeting participation and facilitation
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include but not limited to providing supervision and professional development scheduling conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit interview and train team members