Executive Head Chef
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Role: Executive Head Chef
Location: Central London
Employer: A Prestigious Luxury Boutique Hotel
Salary: £80,000 + approximately £7,000 service charge
A leading luxury hospitality group is seeking an accomplished Executive Head Chef to take the helm of a renowned boutique hotel in the heart of Central London. This is a standout opportunity to lead multiple dining outlets within an elegant, high-end environment known for its classic style, exceptional service, and loyal clientele.
What's in it for you?
This is a senior leadership role offering full creative and operational control across a diverse food offering. You'll have the platform to shape menus, mentor a talented brigade, and drive standards across several outlets within a well-established and respected property.
You'll be joining a stable, supportive ownership structure that values consistency, guest experience, and long-term success.
Package
* £80,000 salary
* Approximately £7,000 annual service charge
* Company benefits package
* Career progression within a luxury hospitality group
* Meals on duty
* Staff discounts across the group
* Supportive senior leadership team
What we're looking for:
This role is suited to a proven senior chef with strong leadership experience in luxury hotels or high-end multi-outlet operations.
Previous experience as Executive Head Chef or Head Chef in a luxury hotel
* Strong background in multi-outlet management (restaurant, bar, events, afternoon tea)
* Solid financial and operational acumen
* A hands-on leader who can inspire and develop teams
* High standards across food quality, presentation, and hygiene
* Calm, organised, and solutions-focused under pressure
* A passion for classic cuisine with a modern touch
What's involved?
You will oversee all culinary operations across the hotel, ensuring consistency, quality, and profitability.
Leading and developing the kitchen brigade across multiple outlets
* Designing and evolving menus across restaurant, lounge, and events
* Managing GP, budgets, and supplier relationships
* Driving consistency in food quality and presentation
* Collaborating with senior management on business strategy
* Maintaining a positive, professional kitchen culture
Why this role?
This is a rare opportunity to take on a flagship leadership role within a respected luxury hotel, offering both creative input and operational influence. It's ideal for a chef looking to step into - or further establish themselves in - a high-profile Executive position within a refined, guest-focused environment.
Sound like the role for you?
Apply now and we'll be in touch to arrange a confidential discussion.
Consultant: George Smart
Job Number: 935695
Job Role: Executive Head Chef
Location: Central London
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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- Location:
- Central London
- Job Type:
- FullTime