Executive Chef - Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader & Innovator

W Hotels; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World class training

Unlimited career opportunities

Bonus plan

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Wellness programs

Discounted accommodation & dining

Friends & family discounts

Job summary

W Edinburgh is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team across SUSHISAMBA, Room Service, W Lounge and Meetings & Events. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will drive culinary strategy and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires dynamic leadership, strong financial awareness and a proven track record in five-star luxury hotels. Join a celebrated property with award-winning status and a culture that rewards imagination and excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and culinary excellence in luxury hotels.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to design menus and policies with management.
• Financial acumen and a profit-minded hospitality approach.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and retain top kitchen talent.
• Design and implement kitchen policies and menus with the team.
• Lead and train staff to deliver high-quality culinary experiences.
• Maintain food hygiene and sanitation standards across outlets.
• Manage department budgets to maximize profit while ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with heads of departments for successful hotel operations.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Organization

Communication

Financial awareness

Job description

W Edinburgh is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team across SUSHISAMBA, Room Service, W Lounge and Meetings & Events. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will drive culinary strategy and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires dynamic leadership, strong financial awareness and a proven track record in five-star luxury hotels. Join a celebrated property with award-winning status and a culture that rewards imagination and excellence.