Hilton Named No. 1 Best Workplace in Vietnam

Hilton Crowned Best Workplace in Vietnam

In a significant milestone reflecting its dedication to a transformative workplace culture, Hilton has secured the top ranking in the Best Workplaces In Vietnam 2025 list within the medium-sized company category. This achievement represents the first occasion the prominent hospitality firm has attained the leading position in the country, moving up from last year’s No. 2 ranking.

Recognized by the esteemed research and consulting firm Great Place to Work, this significant award enhances Hilton’s expanding roster of workplace honours in Southeast Asia, particularly after being named the leading hospitality employer in the Philippines. This accolade arrives at a vital moment as Vietnam’s hospitality industry grows remarkably, inspiring many to pursue careers in this field. Hilton’s success underscores its commitment to a people-first strategy, which consistently differentiates the company in attracting and retaining exceptional talent.

From Rural Village to Professional Kitchen: A Story of Transformation

The team at Hilton is vital to its success and flourishes thanks to the company’s dedication to wellness, growth, inclusion, and purpose. One notable member is Tran Duc Minh, a 20-year-old Commis Chef at Hilton Garden Inn Da Nang. His journey from childhood adversity to becoming a culinary professional illustrates the company’s commitment to providing transformative career opportunities and facilitating professional and economic advancement.

Following his father’s death when he was seven, Minh became the main caretaker for his younger siblings while his mother worked long hours at a rubber plantation. His life changed dramatically when he got involved in the hospitality sector through a partnership between Hilton Garden Inn Da Nang and STREETS International. This social enterprise supports at-risk youth in Vietnam, including orphans and trafficking victims, by offering residential training programs in hospitality and tourism.

During his traineeship at STREETS, Minh engaged in life skills classes conducted by the hotel’s leadership team. After finishing his program, he joined the hotel’s culinary team in January this year. With Chef De Partie Le Dinh Nguyen Anh, a former STREETS trainee, providing guidance, Minh’s remarkable work ethic shone through, enabling him to attain a full-time position as a Commis Chef within two months.

“Since joining Hilton, I have grown in so many ways,” said Minh.

“The support and trust from my mentors and leaders at Hilton Garden Inn Da Nang have been instrumental in building my confidence, from managing my station independently to interacting with guests. The journey with STREETS and Hilton has helped transform my life and created better opportunities not just for myself, but also for my family.”

Since its opening in 2023, Hilton Garden Inn Da Nang has collaborated with STREETS International to train over 80 local youth, establishing a sustainable source of hospitality talent and positively impacting individual lives. Additionally, STREETS International is a grantee of the Hilton Global Foundation for 2025; funding from this foundation will enable STREETS to offer nearly 100 young individuals the chance to engage in transformative training programs in the coming three years.

“Being recognized as Vietnam’s best workplace validates our belief that investing in our people creates extraordinary results,” said Alexandra Murray, Area Vice President and Regional Head, South East Asia, Hilton.

“Minh’s story speaks to the dedication and passion that our team members bring to their roles every day. He is also a powerful example of how our culture and community partnerships create lasting impact by nurturing talent, opening doors and building brighter futures for team members across the communities we serve.”

To empower team members to thrive in their personal and professional lives, Hilton’s best-in-class employee initiatives include:

• Thrive at Hilton is Hilton’s team member value proposition designed to enable employees to thrive in mind, body, and spirit in their professional and personal lives.
• Lead Hilton is an industry-leading platform offering a suite of management and leadership learning resources, including virtual development programs.
• GoFlexi!, a flexible work initiative in Southeast Asia, was launched in response to the evolving nature of work and the diverse needs of team members. Its goal is to provide an accommodating work environment that values wellness while enhancing employee engagement and overall productivity.
• Hilton SEA Management Trainee Program seeks to attract, retain, and nurture young talent across Hilton’s Southeast Asian hotels. It serves as a pipeline for the next generation of hospitality leaders to grow and hone their leadership capabilities.
• The Women in Leadership (WIL) initiative helps women leaders across Southeast Asia grow professionally and personally through various learning and development initiatives, such as workshops, e-learning, mentoring, and networking sessions.
• Care for All, a new industry-leading caregiving initiative designed to support team members and their loved ones on their caregiving journeys. The Care for All platform is an expansion of Hilton’s mental wellness hub, where it aims to support team members in self-care and enable care for others, including sick, disabled or elderly family members, children, and pets.
• Careers@Hilton is a platform that provides guidance and highlights opportunities for young people in the hospitality industry through annual awareness campaigns.
• Go Hilton is Hilton’s popular team member travel program. It provides opportunities for all corporate, managed, and franchised team members worldwide to travel and recharge, regardless of their background, location, or role in the organization