Executive Chef - Waldorf Astoria New York at Hilton in New York, NY

Waldorf Astoria New York is seeking an Executive Chef to help define the next chapter of culinary excellence at one of the world's most legendary luxury hotels. Following its extraordinary restoration, this role offers the opportunity to oversee refined restaurants and banquet experiences that will welcome discerning travelers, distinguished events, and global tastemakers. The ideal leader brings exceptional culinary talent, a passion for mentoring high-performing teams, and the ability to deliver flawless execution while embracing innovation and timeless hospitality. This is a rare opportunity to shape the dining experience at an iconic destination and leave your mark on one of Hilton's most celebrated luxury properties.

As a Executive Chef, you’re not just providing strategic leadership and direction for the hotel’s culinary department – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Executive Chef, you’re not just providing strategic leadership and direction for the hotel’s culinary department – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Lead culinary operations: Oversee all aspects of culinary production, ensuring food quality, consistency, presentation, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards across the property.
• Drive menu innovation: Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage to develop and implement new menus and dishes that reflect current food trends and regional flavors
• Elevate guest experiences: Engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and continuously improve the dining experience
• Manage financial performance: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, systems, and reporting to ensure operational excellence
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs
• Ensure regulatory excellence: Uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About the Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

About the Company

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.