Executive Chef

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel is seeking an Executive Chef for its pre-opening team at the historic Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch in London. This role involves overseeing culinary operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and leading a team in a Michelin-starred environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in luxury hospitality, a relevant culinary degree, and a passion for innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Uniform provided and laundered

Free healthy meals on duty

Career growth opportunities

Personal development programs

Corporate Responsibility initiatives

Team Member Travel Program with hotel discounts

Referral bonuses

High street discounts

28 days holiday (rising to 33)

Health and dental discounts

Modern, inclusive team areas

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Michelin-starred environments or top 5* hotels, preferably in London.
• Menu development experience is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety.
• Develop business plans and manage budgets to drive revenue.
• Inspire and develop teams, managing recruitment and training.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Operations

Innovation

Sustainability

Guest Experience

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Job Description - Executive Chef (HOT0BMG7)

Job Description

Job Number:

HOT0BMG7

Work Locations

Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch London, The Mall, London, SW1A 2WH

The Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch is seeking an Executive Chef to join the pre-opening team for this luxury hotel opening in early 2026.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef to support the launch of one of London's most anticipated hotels.

The hotel will be housed in the historic Admiralty Arch, a Grade I listed building located at the end of The Mall, opposite Buckingham Palace.

In collaboration with Hilton and Reuben Brothers, the project features 112 rooms and suites, including a VIP two-bedroom suite with views of Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square, a rooftop terrace, and a ground-floor terrace overlooking St James's Park.

The hotel will boast world-class dining with restaurants led by renowned chefs Clare Smyth MBE and Daniel Boulud, each holding seven Michelin stars.

Additional amenities include a spa, a 320-capacity ballroom, residential apartments, and a private members' club, blending historic preservation with luxury.

As the Executive Chef, you will oversee all culinary operations, working closely with Food & Beverage and Events teams to deliver exceptional cuisine and experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for luxury hospitality, extensive experience in Michelin-starred environments or top 5* hotels, preferably in London.

Benefits include:

• Uniform provided and laundered
• Free healthy meals on duty
• Career growth opportunities
• Personal development programs
• Corporate Responsibility initiatives
• Team Member Travel Program with hotel discounts
• Referral bonuses
• High street discounts
• 28 days holiday (rising to 33)
• Health and dental discounts
• Modern, inclusive team areas

The role requires managing the profitability of culinary and stewarding operations, leading a team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety, and driving innovation and sustainability.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Commercial Performance: Developing business plans, managing budgets, analyzing results, and partnering on F&B concepts to drive revenue.
2. Guest Experience: Ensuring excellent food presentation, handling dietary needs, responding to feedback, and enhancing online reputation.
3. Leadership: Inspiring and developing teams, managing recruitment, training, and succession planning, and fostering an inclusive environment.
4. Operations and Compliance: Ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining quality standards, managing suppliers, and overseeing inventory and equipment.
5. Market Awareness: Staying updated on F&B trends, ingredients, and competitors to innovate continually.

We seek a visionary leader with a passion for luxury hospitality, proven experience in Michelin-starred or top-tier venues, excellent communication skills, and a strategic mindset. A relevant degree or diploma and menu development experience are essential.