Sous Chef

About the Role

Hilton is seeking a Sous Chef to join its culinary team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves leading daily kitchen operations and contributing to the delivery of memorable guest experiences within the hotel environment.

Role Overview

As a Sous Chef, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the kitchen. This position requires hands-on leadership and a commitment to upholding high culinary standards, directly impacting guest satisfaction through quality food preparation and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team operations, providing hands-on leadership and coaching to kitchen staff, with a focus on either Outlets or Banquets.
• Oversee production and service, managing daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and expediting service periods.
• Enhance menu offerings by developing and implementing seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials.
• Promote cross-department collaboration, fostering strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Provide administrative support, assisting with inventory management, ordering, and scheduling.
• Uphold regulatory standards, maintaining compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations to ensure the wellbeing of guests and team members.

Required Qualities

Candidates for this role should embody Hilton's core values, which define success and guide the qualities sought in every team member:

• A passion for delivering hospitality.
• Acting with integrity and consistently doing the right thing.
• Inspiring others through leadership.
• A belief that teamwork drives optimal outcomes.
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• A focus on the present, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment.

About Hilton

Hilton is a global leader in the hospitality industry, recognized for its award-winning workplace culture. The company is committed to providing exceptional experiences for both guests and team members, consistently earning recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. Hilton's founding vision is to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, setting new standards for the future of travel.

Application Information

Hilton supports career journeys at every step. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and explore opportunities within its diverse portfolio of brands.