Head Chef

ME London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Head Chef at a prestigious steakhouse within a luxurious hotel. This exciting role offers the opportunity to lead a talented culinary team, ensuring the highest quality food preparation and exceptional dining experiences. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, you will manage kitchen operations, mentor staff, and implement best practices in food safety and hygiene. Enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and fosters personal development, while benefiting from competitive salary and generous perks. If you’re ready to make an impact in a vibrant culinary scene, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

29 days holidays including public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Refer a friend bonus

Dental and health cover

Travel & F&B discounts

Online learning platform

Career progression opportunities

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts Degree/Diploma and Food Safety Level 4 certification required.
• Proven leadership experience in high-volume kitchens is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage food preparation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Lead recruitment, training, and mentoring of kitchen staff.
• Enforce food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership in high-volume kitchens

Culinary creativity

Problem-solving skills

Food safety compliance

Team mentoring

Education

Culinary Arts Degree/Diploma

Food Safety Level 4 certification

Job description

Join Our Team as Head Chef at STK Steakhouse – ME London

Are you a culinary leader with a passion for excellence? We’re seeking an exceptional Head Chef to take the helm at our renowned STK Steakhouse, located within the luxurious 5-star ME London Hotel.

This is your chance to showcase your expertise, lead a talented team, and craft unforgettable dining experiences in one of the city's most iconic venues. If you have a flair for innovation, a commitment to quality, and the leadership skills to inspire, we want you on our team!

Step into a role where your culinary artistry meets world-class hospitality. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Salary package: from £52,500 up to £57,300 including Tronc (additional benefits below)

Role Overview:

The Head Chef works alongside the Executive Chef to manage and oversee kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation, team performance, and compliance with safety and brand standards. This role combines leadership, creativity, and operational expertise to deliver exceptional dining experiences and support the growth and development of the culinary team.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage food preparation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Develop and maintain recipes, ensuring accurate costings and standards adherence.
• Implement guidelines and procedures for kitchen operations.
• Lead recruitment, training, and mentoring of kitchen staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Maintain quality across all dishes.
• Enforce food safety and hygiene standards.
• Coordinate with hotel departments for seamless operations.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and budgets.

Candidate Requirements:

• Culinary Arts Degree/Diploma and Food Safety Level 4 certification.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.
• Physical ability to move in kitchen environment.
• Leadership experience in high-volume kitchens.
• Innovative, responsible, and team-oriented leader.
• Organized with strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable to fast-paced changes.
• Mentoring skills to foster team growth.

Benefits:

• Holidays: 29 days including 8 public holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonus: £500 after 6 months' probation
• Dental and health cover with HSF
• Travel & F&B discounts worldwide
• Online learning platform for personal development
• Career progression opportunities across 350+ hotels
• High street discounts via Perks at Work

Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.

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