A Cold Kitchen Chef is responsible for ensuring that all cold kitchen items—such as salads, appetizers, cold starters, charcuterie, and sauces—are prepared and presented to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience, while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

As a Cold Kitchen Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting all cold kitchen items to the highest standards. You will also assist with controlling food costs and maintaining kitchen operations. Specifically, your responsibilities include:

Ensure all cold kitchen items are prepared and presented to a high quality and within company guidelines

Supervise cold kitchen staff as required

Maintain cleanliness and organization of all working areas, ensuring no cross-contamination

Prepare all mise-en-place for the cold kitchen and buffet sections

Respond promptly and effectively to guest queries related to cold kitchen offerings

Ensure all ingredients and food items are of high quality and stored correctly

Contribute to cost control, improving gross profit margins, and achieving departmental and financial targets

Assist other departments as needed and maintain positive working relationships

Report any maintenance, hygiene, or safety hazards

Comply with hotel security, fire regulations, health & safety, and food safety legislation

Promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices

What are we looking for?

A Cold Kitchen Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and in collaboration with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the following attitudes, behaviours, skills, and values:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

Previous kitchen experience in a similar cold kitchen or Garde Manger role

Intermediate food hygiene knowledge and practice

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!