Chef vacancy in Kyoto Japan

With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand Hilton Hotels & Resorts the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria LXR Conrad Canopy Curio Collection DoubleTree Hilton Garden Inn Hampton and many others.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because its with Hilton where we never forget the reason were here: to delight our guests Team Members and owners alike.

What will I be doing?

As the Head Chef you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

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• Responsible for restaurant production including breakfast room order dinner and staff meal production.

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• Plan prepare and execute high quality dishes and decorations in designated restaurants strictly in accordance to the recipe standard and plating standards.

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• Maintain compliance with FSAA requirements in all aspects of hotel operations.

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• Operate all equipment appliances and machines properly.

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• Attention must be paid to ongoing personnel training and improvement of the standard operating procedures (SOP).

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• Actively organize and participate in kitchen meetings to maintain continuous improvement of kitchen operations achieve goals and maintain smooth communication.

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• Do takeout work or work outside the kitchen when required.

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• Ensure that all kitchen staff are informed about occupancy rates forecast plans and revenue.

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• Prepare menus as required in a timely manner.

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• Adjust dishes according to market conditions every month.

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• Communicate with the Chef about out-of-stock products.

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• Adjust the internal position of kitchen with flexibility according to staffs standards.

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• Work closely with outsourced dishwashers to ensure high quality cleaning and minimum breakage.

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• Respond to each request to the satisfaction of the guest.

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• Embrace active learning and appropriate change.

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• Accept constructive criticism with an open mind.

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• Cooperate with purchasing and control product cost.

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• Train new employees in the department.

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• Review the schedule of the department in advance to reflect the business and quality greatly affecting guest satisfaction.

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• Maintain discipline and proper operations at all times for yourself and the staff under your control.

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• Check personal hygiene neatness of working clothes neatness and cleanliness of the operating table and sanitary and cleanliness of appliances.

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• Be aware of the dangers of contaminated food and the need for proper inspection and thorough cleaning of refrigerators.

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• Ensure that recipes and costs are maintained and updated.

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• Select employees with good performance and work attitude as departmental standards.

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• Monitoring the quality and quantity of food to ensure maximum economy of raw materials.

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• Check the quality of food prepared by staff according to the required standards and make necessary adjustments.

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• Monitor the entire food operation and ensure that the food is prepared on time and correctly.

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• Responsible for inspecting cleanliness hygiene and kitchen maintenance taking the necessary steps to maintain the highest standards in the area of responsibility.

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• Attend hotel meetings and be responsible for ensuring that all employees receive this communication to ensure a high level of employee satisfaction.

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• Maintain a professional and positive attitude towards colleagues and supervisors acting in accordance with hotel rules and employee manuals ensuring good departmental operations.

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• Coordinate organize and participate in the production of all kitchen related products check and follow ala carte and daily menus and seasonal specials.

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• Maintain the standard portion size and cost of the pre-set menu at all times.

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• Control monitor and be responsible for achieving the best cost control to achieve the best revenue for each segment and the best guest satisfaction.

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• Work closely with the team of Chefs to decide on menu choices in regular meetings to satisfy both guests and all parties.

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• Check all schedules to ensure that all staff work and eat on time.

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• Conduct kitchen meetings communicate hotel notices and collect staff feedback to ensure high staff satisfaction.

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• Ensure that all staff are fully aware of the hotels fire and life safety / emergency procedures.

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• Master the use of all electrical equipment in the kitchen and observe how to handle them safely and carefully.

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• Able to work well independently as well as in a team.

What are we looking for?

A Head Chef serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

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• High school or equivalent preferably from a professional culinary school.

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• 5 to 7 years of experience in kitchen management western restaurant in a 4 / 5-star hotel or high-level individual restaurant and 5 years of experience as a Chef.

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• Good command of English to meet business needs.

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• Possess creative and earnest research and development spirit.

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• Able to provide training lead the team motivate the team with the right attitude and pursue excellence.

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• Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment and ability to train staff.

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• Basic knowledge of computer operation.

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• Knowledge of food safety systems.

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• Able to complete tasks on time in order of priority.

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• Work well under pressure able to stay calm and solve problems.

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• Able to consume all products and ingredients reasonably.

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• Able to accurately design and follow recipes.

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• Able to attend additional kitchen classes or seminars.

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 travellers 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!