Executive Head Chef

Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & beverage discount for you

Hotel discounts worldwide

Free gym membership

25 days annual leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing programs

Partner benefits portal

Job summary

Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor is seeking an Executive Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, drive menu development, and cultivate a high-performing team. You will deliver exceptional dining experiences across outlets and events while upholding the highest standards of quality and safety.

You will manage purchasing, cost controls, and staff development, ensuring guest satisfaction and financial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role in a dynamic, luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English at GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths & English.
• 2-year degree in Culinary Arts or related field with at least 4 years’ experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the overall success of daily kitchen operations and all food-related functions.
• Lead hands-on culinary involvement while managing and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Ensure high-quality food across Restaurant, Bar, Executive Lounge, Room Service and Banqueting.
• Drive continuous improvement in guest and employee satisfaction.
• Maximize financial performance across kitchen areas.
• Oversee all food preparation areas including restaurants, banquets, room service, bar/lounge, and employee dining.
• Manage kitchen support areas including purchasing and dish room operations.
• Supervise kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and operational excellence.
• Guide, develop, and support culinary team members, including direct reports.
• Ensure full sanitation, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu development

Budgeting

Team development

MS Office

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Culinary degree

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Are you a passionate culinary leader with the vision, creativity, and commercial acumen to drive exceptional food experiences? We are seeking an inspiring Executive Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations, develop talented teams, and deliver outstanding menus that delight our guests. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, innovation, and operational excellence.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:

• 20% discount on food and beverages for you and your friends and family
• Discounted hotel stays in all Marriott Hotels worldwide
• Free gym membership, meals on duty and free car parking
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Recognition & wellbeing programs
• Access to 1000s of other benefits through our partner benefit portal

What you’ll be doing :

• Accountable for the overall success of daily kitchen operations and all food‑related functions.
• Lead by example through hands‑on culinary involvement while managing and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food across all outlets and service areas including Restaurant, Bar, Executive Lounge, Room Service and Banqueting.
• Drive continuous improvement in guest and employee satisfaction.
• Maximize financial performance across all areas of kitchen responsibility.
• Oversee all food preparation areas, including restaurants, banquets, room service, bar/lounge, and employee dining.
• Manage all kitchen support areas, including purchasing and dish room operations.
• Supervise kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and operational excellence.
• Guide, develop, and support culinary team members, including direct reports.
• Ensure full compliance with sanitation, food safety, and hygiene standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Secondary education qualification (GCSE level or equivalent) including Maths & English; 6 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area. OR
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel & Restaurant Management, or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or a related professional area.
• Shows proficiency in basic computer skills, math, and clear communication.

Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility is required to work a variety of shifts in line with business needs, including weekends, evenings and public holidays.

Join Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor – Where Great Service Meets Opportunity

At Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Heathrow Windsor, we focus on what truly matters, creating a seamless full‑service hotel experience. Positioned perfectly between London Heathrow Airport and historic Windsor, our hotel is a space where guests and associates alike thrive. Join a warm and welcoming team committed to excellence and personal growth.