Chef De Cuisine - The Lobby

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Chef de Cuisine to lead its culinary team in a flagship luxury hotel. This role is pivotal in crafting an exceptional dining experience, overseeing a talented team, and ensuring the highest standards of service. With a focus on creativity and leadership, you will play a vital role in menu development while managing costs and maintaining health and safety standards. Join a prestigious team dedicated to excellence in hospitality, where your contributions will enhance the guest experience in a luxurious setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Generous service charge sharing

Life insurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Medical cash plans

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

On-site health services

Shopping discounts

Uniform dry cleaning

Rewards and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in a similar role in luxury hotels or fine dining.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a culinary team of 15+ chefs.
• Assist in menu development and manage costs.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Menu Development

Financial Acumen

Team Management

English Fluency

Creativity

Job description

The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Chef de Cuisine to join our Culinary Team. This position is critical to the guest experience, providing a high-quality menu in partnership with exceptional service within the hotel lobby. The Peninsula Hotels are renowned for their lobby experience, featuring live music, a luxurious setting, and top-tier food and beverage service, which are synonymous with our brand.

Role Overview

The Chef de Cuisine - The Lobby Restaurant will lead a team of 15+ chefs across busy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner services.

Opportunities & Values

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London.
• The Peninsula Hotels exemplify luxury service, dedication to our guests, and commitment to our employees.
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and coach the culinary team, overseeing scheduling, delegation, and supervision of service while championing the Peninsula culture.
2. Maintain effective communication across all kitchen sections and with other departments.
3. Assist the Executive Chef in menu development and ensure procurement of high-quality ingredients.
4. Manage costs and ensure adherence to control policies and procedures.
5. Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental hygiene.
6. Hire, develop, motivate, supervise, and coach department staff.

Candidate Requirements

1. Minimum 6 years of experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant (pre-opening experience is highly desirable).
2. Organized and creative mindset.
3. Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
4. Fluent in English with excellent presentation skills.
5. Extensive culinary knowledge of both classical and current trends, with financial acumen including budgeting.

What We Offer

At the Peninsula London, we care for our colleagues' well-being:

Financial Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Generous service charge sharing
• Life insurance
• Enhanced pension contributions

Medical & Wellbeing

• Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• State-of-the-art facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation and contemplation rooms, and a nursing mothers’ room
• Healthy, 24/7 food options in the colleague restaurant
• On-site health services and wellbeing education

Additional Perks

• Shopping discounts
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Uniform and work attire dry cleaning

We look forward to receiving your CV and will contact suitable candidates directly.

Ideally located in Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London is close to iconic attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. The hotel features 190 beautifully designed rooms and suites, world-class dining including Brooklands by Michelin-starred Chef Claude Bosi, the Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade.