Junior Sous Chef in Vienna, Austria

A Junior Sous Chef is responsible for contributing to menu creation and managing and training the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while managing food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

As a Junior Sous Chef, you are responsible for contributing to menu creation and managing and training the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Junior Sous Chef will also be required to manage food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Contribute to menu creation
• Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organised and motivated team
• Ensure consistency in quality of dishes at all times
• Manage customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Junior Sous Chef
• Ensure resources meet business needs through the effective management of working rotas
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of your team
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue
• Knowledge of activities in other departments and implications
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety standards
• You have experience in upscale cuisine (awarded, Michelin).
• You have experience in both traditional Austrian cuisine and a modern twist.
• You have experience in international cuisine.
• You have gained experience in both restaurants and hotel kitchens.
• You are a team player and can lead and train a team.
• You have high quality standards for food and ingredients.

What are we looking for?

A Junior Sous 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:

• Strong Chef de Partie or previous Junior Sous Chef Experience
• Approaches food in a creative way
• Strong supervisory skills
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Willingness to learn

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

• Relevant qualifications for role
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, afternoons and evenings

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 (http://jobs.hiltonworldwide.com/our-brands/index.php) . 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!

Your monthly gross minimum salary (according to the collective agreement FT for employees in the hotel and catering industry) starts at € 2,600.00 gross with overpayment guaranteed depending on qualification.

Why you should work at Hilton:

• Flat hierarchies & a “first name” mentality ensure the right team spirit.
• Professional training and education, ensuring a personal buddy for a good start in your career.
• Varied tasks.
• International and national career opportunities and advancement in our three hotels.
• Healthy mind & body – including our Team Member Restaurant with healthy, free meals.
• Team events and regular career talks.
• “Sleep In Experience” – experience the hotel from a guest’s perspective.
• Great and, above all, affordable travel opportunities – plan your perfect vacation with Hilton.
• We cover your travel costs to the hotel and pay for your public transportation ticket (annual pass).

We have so much more to tell and “show you,” but one advertisement is not enough. For more insights into our hotels and behind the scenes, visit us on our social media channels: careershiltonaustria Instagram and Hilton Hotels Austria HR (@hiltonvienna) TikTok.

If we have sparked your curiosity, we look forward to receiving your meaningful application (cover letter, CV with photo, certificates).

Contact person: Oleksii Shtyfura

Email: vienna_recruitment@hilton.com

We look forward to meeting you!

Warm regards,

Your Hilton Team Austria

Job: Culinary

Title: Junior Sous Chef

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0AZIX

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