Together, We Can.
WORK FOR A WINNING TEAM THAT NOW OFFERS BENEFITS FROM DAY ONE, PLUS DAILY PAY*
At Hilton Grand Vacations, you will become a part of a culture that encourages and motivates you toward achieving your goals.
Here’s why you will love it here:
- Recognition Programs and Rewards
- Excellent health care options, including medical, dental, and vision
- A people-first culture
- Go Hilton: Travel Discounts Program Hilton hotel rates worldwide.
- Perks at work: Employee Pricing platform
- Employee Assistance Program that supports your physical and mental well-being.
- Paid Vacation Time and Paid Sick Days
- 401(k) program with company match
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Numerous learning and advancement opportunities
- And more!
What Will I be Doing?
The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing and managing all culinary operations at the resort, ensuring exceptional food quality, guest satisfaction, and efficient operations. This role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences.
You are responsible for driving company success through performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Menu Development: Create and implement innovative and appealing menus that align with the brand and target audience, considering seasonal trends and local ingredients when possible
- Food Quality and Standards: Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation are maintained throughout all culinary operations.
- Staff Management: Assist in process of recruiting, hiring process for all culinary staff. Train and supervise culinary staff, providing ongoing development and mentorship.
- Inventory Control: Oversee the control of inventory levels, food costs, and purchasing procedures to optimize profitability.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamline kitchen operations, improve efficiency, and minimize waste.
- Safety and Sanitation: Maintain a safe and sanitary working environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
- Guest Satisfaction: Respond to guest feedback and address any concerns promptly to ensure a positive dining experience.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the culinary department budget, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness.
- Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and repair of kitchen equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Special Events: Help in planning and implementing special events, banquets, and catering functions.
- Embodies the Hilton Grand Vacations Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, Now
- Completes all required Company training/compliance courses as assigned.
- Adheres to Company standards and maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Other related duties as assigned.
What Are We Looking For:
Hilton Grand Vacations is an authority in the vacation ownership industry, operating with an unwavering dedication to innovation, quality, and continued growth. At the core of our company’s success are our Team Members.
To fulfill this role successfully, the individual should possess the following qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience:
- 5-7 years related experience
- 3+ years management experience
- ServSafe Food Handling Certification or similar.
- Health Card – must be state/county-specific.
- Food Handler’s Card – must be state/county-specific.
- Food Safety and Sanitation: Adherence to strict food safety regulations and practices to prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Menu Development: Creating diverse and appealing menus that cater to seasonality, dietary preferences and various outlet concepts
- Recipe Development: Ability to create original recipes and adapt existing ones to fit the outlet’s theme and cuisine.
- Food Cost Control: Handling food costs effectively to maintain profitability.
- Culinary Trends: Staying updated on current culinary trends and techniques to ensure the outlet’s offerings remain relevant.
- Leadership: Inspiring and motivating a team of chefs and culinary staff.
- Financial Management: Budgeting, cost control, and profit analysis.
- Human Resources: Hiring, training, and leading staff effectively.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing challenges and issues that arise in the kitchen and dining operations.
- Banquet and Event: Leading culinary aspects of banquets, weddings, and other special events.
- Food and Beverage Service: Knowledge of various service styles, such as room service, fine dining, and buffet.
- Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with staff, guests, and management.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage established timeframes.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and situations.
- Technology: Proficiency in using point of sale and restaurant reservation software
In addition, the following qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience are preferred:
- Resort Operations: Understanding the overall operations of a resort, including guest services, housekeeping, and maintenance
HGV was awarded four out of five stars for fostering a culture of work-life balance and family-friendly benefits, and is one of Newsweek’s “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families.” Over the past 30 years, the highest honor we’ve received is the continued loyalty of our Owners, Members and Guests. We’ve also earned accolades for the remarkable work of our dedicated Team Members throughout our resorts, call centers and corporate offices.
*Eligibility: All U.S. hourly Team Members not represented by a labor organization or subject to collective bargaining agreement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Extraordinary People,
Exceptional Benefits on Day One
Benefits start on your first day of work with no waiting period!
Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to putting people first. That’s why our benefits plan starts when you do. But that’s just the beginning of the exceptional opportunities we offer to extraordinary people who join our U.S. Team.
Eligibility: All U.S. regular full-time and part-time Team Members are eligible for a wide range of benefits. Team members represented by a labor organization or subject to a collective bargaining agreement may have benefits that differ from other non-represented employees.
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Benefits that support Team Member health and financial wellbeing.
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Travel and hotel discounts for Team Members, family and friends.
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A healthy work-life balance with PTO and flexible hours.
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Team Member events that build camaraderie through fun activities.
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An open-minded culture committed to diversity and inclusion.
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Incentives for Team Members that exhibit excellence every day.
