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Exec Sous Chef

Hilton Columbus/Polaris

8700 Lyra Drive
Columbus, OH 43240

Hotel with 254 Rooms
Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts
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Compensation: $60,000 to $70,000 per year, Full-Time

Description

The Hilton Columbus Polaris, located in the vibrant Polaris Fashion Place District, is currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Executive Sous Chef to assist our Executive Chef in managing all aspects of the Food and Beverage department. This includes overseeing our restaurant and bar, 17 Arrows Craft Kitchen and Bar, any banquet functions during your shift and our Executive Lounge. Must have at least 2-3 years experience in a scratch kitchen as a Sous Chef or in a supervisory role. This vital position would assist the Executive Chef in all aspects of managing the kitchen and kitchen personnel, ensuring the quality preparation of all menu items and proper handling/storage of all food items in accordance with standards. This position would also assist in coordinating the purchase of all food and develop menus, maintaining approved food costs and labor costs. The ideal candidate will have open availability.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong.We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for our next Executive Sous Chef to join us on our Food & Beverage team.

We are committed to providing you with:

  • Highly competitive wages
  • An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
  • Paid time off
  • 401K matching program for eligible associates
  • Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members & travel discounts with Hilton worldwide!
  • Complimentary employee meal & parking onsite

Here is what you will be doing each day:

As our Executive Sous Chef, you will be working with our team to ensure the delivery of excellent service in accordance with our high standards. You will be working with our culinary, restaurant, and catering teams to achieve Conrad Hilton's vision of spreading the light and warmth of hospitality.

Does this sound like you?

You thrive in fast paced environments, and don't shy away from working hard. You are able to lift up to 30 lbs, and walk/stand for long periods of time. You have a keen eye for detail, and understand the importance of guest experience from the first greeting to closing the check. You feel comfortable addressing conflicts when they arise and making it right for our guests every time. The pride you have in your organizational and time management skills will be a great benefit in this role, and will be heavily utilized while supporting the restaurant operations and launching marketing campaigns. You are looking for some flexibility in a job, so working a variety of different shifts, including days, evenings and weekends works for your personal life.

Why Crescent?:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Posted July 21, 2026

About Hilton Columbus/Polaris

Moments from Polaris Fashion Place mall

Find us next to Polaris Fashion Place, within 20 minutes of Downtown Columbus and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Topgolf is just a mile away. Perks include our indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and twinkling courtyard with fire pits to complete your stay.

About Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Working Here

Founded in 2001 by CEO Michael George, Crescent Hotels & Resorts lives in the belief that your drive to be the best is the force which has made Crescent Hotels & Resorts the Hotel Operator and Employer of Choice.Meet several of our associates and hear their story. With thousands of associates at Crescent, we make every day one of adventure where you can make a difference.

We Know Benefits 

Dedicated, satisfied, and engaged associates are the key to our continued success. 

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we strive for innovative ways to enhance our comprehensive selection of benefit offerings. Crescent associates working as few as 24 hours a week are eligible for our extensive menu of benefit programs.

Crescent's benefits offerings include:

  • Healthcare insurance and prescription drug coverage
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible/dependent-care spending accounts
  • Life insurance and supplemental life insurance
  • Short/long-term disability insurance
  • Domestic Partner coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Discounted hotel rooms for associates and family