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Executive Head Chef

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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  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Perm
  • Rate: £80k - 100k per year + Inc Tronc + Bonus
  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Other
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Tel: 00000
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: SC16121
  • Posted: 2026-01-12 14:12:13 -

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