Chef De Cuisine - Room Service

About the role

Hilton is hiring a Chef De Cuisine for its room service kitchen at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah. The role works closely with management to develop and run culinary concepts that match the brand and the guests' tastes, and leads the creation and execution of seasonal menus.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute culinary concepts and seasonally inspired menus that meet guest expectations.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating and presentation, ensuring quality, consistency and food safety.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, giving guidance and feedback to keep the workflow efficient.
• Maintain quality control on ingredients and finished dishes through regular inspections and tastings.
• Manage inventory levels, monitor food costs and optimise ingredient use to reduce waste.
• Help plan menus, specials and promotions with management and the culinary team.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and serviced, coordinating repairs and replacements.

Required profile

• Culinary expertise and proficiency in a variety of cooking techniques, cuisines and styles.
• Leadership and team management skills, able to motivate kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, working well with other departments.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to exceeding guest expectations.