Overview
Head Chef – Central London Boutique Hotel
We’re recruiting for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a stylish 4-star boutique hotel on the edge of London’s legal and financial district. The property combines historic architecture with modern interiors and offers a high-quality food and beverage experience across multiple outlets, just a short walk from Temple and Blackfriars stations.
About the hotel
- Located in a vibrant area close to the Thames, the City of London, Blackfriars, and Covent Garden.
- Boutique feel with upscale rooms and suites, blending heritage with contemporary design.
- Popular with business travellers, weekend guests, and event organisers alike.
Food & Beverage
- Signature restaurant offering a modern British European menu with seasonal produce.
- Stylish bar and lounge with small plates, premium cocktails, and curated wines.
- Private dining rooms and a wine-cellar-style space for events and exclusive dinners.
- A focus on lifestyle-led dishes that are visually striking and highly shareable.
About the role
- As Head Chef, you will lead the kitchen across restaurant, bar, and event spaces.
- Develop menus, introduce creative concepts, and uphold food standards.
- Oversee the modern British European restaurant, wine bar, and meetings & events operation.
- Deliver and elevated dining experience to 1 or 2 rosette standards.
- Manage budgets, costs, and suppliers with autonomy.
- Mentor and build a high-performing team.
- Play a key role in shaping the guest dining experience.
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package – base salary of around £58,000 + Tronc + bonus.
- Generous holiday allowance (35 days).
- Access to staff wellness facilities and healthy meals on shift.
- Discounts on stays and dining for you, friends, and family.
- Career growth, training, and recognition programmes.
- And much more.
If you’re a creative, commercially minded Head Chef looking for your next challenge, send your CV today to find out more.
Job Tenure: Permanent
