Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions
Executive Chef-DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando East - UCF Area
Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Executive Chef - DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando East – UCF Area
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando East – UCF Area
Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership : Plan, create, and execute innovative menus for the hotel’s restaurant, banquets, and catering events. Maintain Hilton brand culinary standards while tailoring offerings to the Orlando/UCF guest market. Ensure food presentation, flavor, and consistency meet or exceed guest expectations.
Team Management : Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff; create staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage while managing labor costs; conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to maintain high morale and productivity.
Operational Excellence : Oversee daily kitchen operations; ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. Monitor food inventory, purchasing, and receiving to maintain quality and control costs. Develop and manage kitchen budgets, food cost percentages, and waste reduction strategies. Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to support service excellence.
Guest Experience : Collaborate with banquet and catering teams to design memorable dining experiences for events. Engage with guests when appropriate to personalize and elevate service. Seek guest feedback and implement improvements.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary management experience, preferably in a full-service hotel or upscale dining environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven experience managing banquets and large-scale catering.
Culinary degree or professional chef certification preferred.
Knowledge of food trends, cost control, and menu engineering.
ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and performance incentives
Hilton global travel and dining benefits
Health, dental, vision, and retirement plan options
Opportunities for career advancement within Hilton
Note: This description focuses on the essential responsibilities and qualifications for the Executive Chef role at the specified property. It reflects the information provided in the original posting without introducing new facts.
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Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership : Plan, create, and execute innovative menus for the hotel’s restaurant, banquets, and catering events. Maintain Hilton brand culinary standards while tailoring offerings to the Orlando/UCF guest market. Ensure food presentation, flavor, and consistency meet or exceed guest expectations.
Team Management : Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff; create staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage while managing labor costs; conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to maintain high morale and productivity.
Operational Excellence : Oversee daily kitchen operations; ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. Monitor food inventory, purchasing, and receiving to maintain quality and control costs. Develop and manage kitchen budgets, food cost percentages, and waste reduction strategies. Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to support service excellence.
Guest Experience : Collaborate with banquet and catering teams to design memorable dining experiences for events. Engage with guests when appropriate to personalize and elevate service. Seek guest feedback and implement improvements.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary management experience, preferably in a full-service hotel or upscale dining environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proven experience managing banquets and large-scale catering.
Culinary degree or professional chef certification preferred.
Knowledge of food trends, cost control, and menu engineering.
ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and performance incentives
Hilton global travel and dining benefits
Health, dental, vision, and retirement plan options
Opportunities for career advancement within Hilton
Note: This description focuses on the essential responsibilities and qualifications for the Executive Chef role at the specified property. It reflects the information provided in the original posting without introducing new facts.
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