Hilton Grand Vacations

Executive Chef - Waldorf Astoria New York

Hilton Grand Vacations$100K — $120K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of progressive culinary management experience in a high-volume setting
  • Strong knowledge of food trends and innovative menu planning
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire culinary teams
  • Familiarity with budgeting and financial performance management
  • Excellent communication and guest engagement skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead culinary operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and safety standards
  • Drive menu innovation in collaboration with the Food & Beverage Director
  • Elevate guest experiences through direct engagement and feedback
  • Manage financial performance through effective budgeting and reporting
  • Cultivate a high-performing culinary team with a focus on development and recognition
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Benefits

  • Incredible travel perks with discounted room rates through Go Hilton
  • Employee stock purchase program offering shares at a 15% discount
  • Paid parental leave for all eligible Team Members
  • Personalized caregiving support and resources
  • Crisis concierge services for emotional support during difficult times
  • Access to mental health resources through the Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous paid time off to support work-life balance
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits for you and your family
  • Retirement plans to create financial security for your future
Full Job Description
Job Description

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 a Executive Chef, you're not just providing strategic leadership and direction for the hotel's culinary department - you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
  • Lead culinary operations: Oversee all aspects of culinary production, ensuring food quality, consistency, presentation, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards across the property.
  • Drive menu innovation: Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage to develop and implement new menus and dishes that reflect current food trends and regional flavors
  • Elevate guest experiences: Engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and continuously improve the dining experience
  • Manage financial performance: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, systems, and reporting to ensure operational excellence
  • Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
  • Ensure regulatory excellence: Uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to 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 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.

About Hilton Grand Vacations

Hilton Grand Vacations is a global leader in vacation ownership, providing exclusive access to some of the world's most popular destinations. With a portfolio of 62 resorts and over 325,000 members, the company offers a range of vacation experiences, from beachfront getaways to mountain retreats. Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to providing exceptional customer service and creating unforgettable vacation memories for its members.
Learn more about Hilton Grand Vacations
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$201 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$894 million
NASDAQ

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