Executive Chef

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Pay: CA$70,000.00 - CA$85,000.00 per year

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Job Description

The DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto Airport West is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee the property's Culinary operation. The ideal candidate will have two years' experience as an Executive Chef or two years' experience as an Executive Sous Chef at a large hotel.

What will I be doing?

As Executive Chef, you would be responsible for directing and administering the planning, preparation, production and control of all culinary operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

· Direct and oversee all culinary operations, to include, but not limited to, production of all hotel meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulations, team member productivity and performance, implementation of policies and procedures, cost controls and overall profitability

· Create and implement new menus and individual menu items for restaurant and Banquet and events space based on current food trends and regional tastes

· Interact with guests and clients to monitor and assess satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly

· Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

· Perform general management duties including, but not limited to, systems management, budget and forecasting, report generation, department management and meeting participation and facilitation

· Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward

· Recruit, interview and train team members

Job Requirements

What are we looking for?

· Minimum two (2) years' experience as an Executive Chef at a mid-size property or larger - or - two (2) years' experience as an Executive Sous Chef at a large property with robust outlets and banquets operations

· Strong P&L and cost control experience

· Creative, engaging, and enthusiastic approach to leadership

· Culinary degree preferred

· Union experience preferred

Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

· Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

· Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.

· Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.

· Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.

· Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.

· Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

· Quality

· Productivity

· Dependability

· Customer Focus

· Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Work Location: In person