What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sous Chef, Bourbon Steak - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort position at Hilton?
The award-winning Forbes 4-Star and AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for a Sous Chef to join the Bourbon Steak Team!
Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fun, active lifestyle.
The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and in-room dining.
At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community.
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Classification: Full-Time
Shift: Various – must be available to weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Rate: The pay rate for this role is $29.00 per hour and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
What will I be doing?
As a Sous Chef, you would be responsible for assisting in the oversight and preparation of all culinary operations in accordance with recipes and Waldorf Astoria’s luxury standards, contributing to the hotel’s mission to deliver exceptional service and culinary excellence. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Supervise and support daily kitchen production, including hot line, banquets, and specialty menu items.
- Assist the Executive Chef in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal innovation across all outlets.
- Possess a working knowledge of pastry to assist with dessert service and support the pastry team when needed.
- Ensure all dishes are prepared according to designated recipes, quality expectations, and presentation standards.
- Oversee and train junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and leadership to maintain high productivity and morale.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Manage inventory and requisitions for ingredients and supplies, ensuring proper cost control and stock levels.
- Inspect all food products prior to service to guarantee quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
Collaborate with culinary and service teams to ensure seamless coordination for à la carte service, banquets, and special events.
- Uphold Waldorf Astoria’s luxury service standards while fostering an environment of creativity and excellence.
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. 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!
The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment
Salary : $29