Overview
EXECUTIVE CHEF – LIFESTYLE LUXURY HOTEL, LONDON
This is a senior role within a design-driven luxury hotel in central London, known for its creative atmosphere, strong sense of community and busy, all-day food and drink scene. The hotel attracts a mix of hotel guests, London locals and a global audience who come as much for the energy as they do for the stay.
Food and drink sit at the heart of the experience. The operation includes a destination restaurant, a relaxed but high-quality casual dining concept, cocktail-led bar food, events, room service and staff dining. Menus are rooted in quality produce, confident flavours and global influence, delivered in a way that feels accessible rather than formal.
You will lead the entire culinary operation, shape the food culture and be a visible, hands-on presence across the hotel.
THE ROLE
- Set the tone for food, standards and kitchen culture across all outlets.
- Lead, motivate and develop large teams across different styles of service.
- Create kitchens that are calm, organised and collaborative.
- Oversee daily service for restaurants, events, room service and staff dining.
- Work closely with senior hotel leadership, front-of-house and bar teams.
- Champion cleanliness, structure and consistency.
THE BUSINESS SIDE
- Own food and labour costs across multiple outlets.
- Manage purchasing, suppliers and stock with a practical approach.
- Review performance regularly and make informed decisions.
- Balance creativity with commercial awareness.
FOOD & IDENTITY
- Deliver high-quality food that fits the hotel’s lifestyle positioning.
- Lead menu development, seasonal changes and one-off events.
- Focus on good sourcing, strong technique and flavour-led cooking.
- Stay connected to London’s food scene and evolving guest expectations.
ABOUT YOU
- Experience as an Executive Chef or senior Executive Sous in a multi-outlet hotel.
- Background in Michelin or Rosette-level kitchens.
- Comfortable leading big teams in a fast-moving environment.
- Approachable, calm and standards-driven.
- Passionate about food, people and culture.
PACKAGE
- Salary package £90,000 – £100,000
- Benefits
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Job Tenure: Permanent
