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Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Anaheim

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Anaheim, CA
Mid level
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Anaheim, CA
Mid level
Assists with hotel culinary operations, including meal preparation, menu development, banquets, food quality, cost controls, profitability, kitchen workflows, team performance, guest feedback, and regulatory compliance. The role supports the Executive Chef while managing high-volume, multi-outlet kitchen operations and a large unionized team. Flexible availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Executive Sous Chef, you’re not just assisting in the direction and administration of all hotel culinary operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
 

The Hilton Anaheim is searching for their next Executive Sous Chef to join the team! If you have a passion for customer service and want to learn and grow in the hospitality industry, this is the perfect opportunity!  

The 1,574 room Hilton Anaheim is in the heart of California's famous Orange County, next to the Anaheim Convention Center and steps from the Disneyland Resort.  Be part of a team that is ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and on Fortune’s World’s Best Workplaces list! From a friendly workplace environment to competitive health benefits, career growth opportunities and our amazing Go Hilton travel discount program that our team members and their family and friends may use. 

The ideal candidate will possess the following: 

  • Prior hotel experience 

  • Prior union management experience

  • Previous experience managing a larger team under a collective bargaining agreement 

  • High volume multioutlet experience 

  • Computer and Microsoft Office literacy 

  • Ability to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends and holidays 
     

  • Previous kitchen leadership experience of 3+ years (Chef de Cuisine, Senior Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef)

 

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

  • Assist in overseeing day-to-day culinary operations: Manage the preparation and production of hotel meals, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and overall profitability
  • Enhance menu offerings: Partner with the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director to develop and execute menu selections for special banquets and events, incorporating current food trends and regional flavors
  • Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to gather feedback, identify trends, and support the Executive Chef in implementing improvements that enhance the dining experience
  • Support operational efficiency: Assist in managing and refining kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to maintain seamless operations
  • Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
  • Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing
Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

    About Us
    Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
    At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
    Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
    Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
    Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work. 
    About the Team

    How We'll Help You Thrive

    At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*: 

    • Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
    • Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
    • Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
    • Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
    • Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
    • Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
    • Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
    • Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

    *Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

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