Head Chef

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary nights

Discounted stays

Free meals on duty

50% dining discount

Uniform provided

Headspace access

Career development

Job summary

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is a prestigious five-star hotel located in the heart of London, offering NYnLON and Leaf and Cane dining experiences. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead the NYnLON kitchen, drive culinary excellence, and mentor a high-performing team.

You will collaborate with the Executive Head Chef, manage food cost and safety, and uphold Hyatt's standards of hospitality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

Qualifications

• You are an experienced and talented chef with previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or similar role within a quality restaurant or luxury hotel restaurant.
• You are committed to delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences, combining strong culinary expertise with a hands-on approach to kitchen leadership.
• You enjoy working closely with your team, leading by example during service, and maintaining consistently high standards across every aspect of the operation.
• Reporting directly to the Executive Head Chef, you are organised, dependable, and solutions-focused, with a strong understanding of food cost control, kitchen administration, and team development.
• You thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment and take pride in creating memorable dining experiences through high-quality food and excellent execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations of NYnLON, ensuring exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Executive Head Chef to deliver the restaurant's culinary vision, seasonal menu offerings, and brand standards.
• Supervise and support the NYnLON kitchen team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing working environment.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation throughout every service.
• Assist with menu development, recipe implementation, and the introduction of new dishes while maintaining the restaurant's New York-inspired identity.
• Monitor food costs, stock control, ordering, and waste management to support the efficient operation of the restaurant kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all hygiene, food safety, and health and safety standards, maintaining a clean, organised, and well-run kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with restaurant management and wider Food & Beverage team to deliver seamless service and memorable guest experiences. Support the training, coaching, and development of kitchen colleagues, helping to build skills and encourage continuous improvement.
• Act as a key ambassador for NYnLON's culinary offering, ensuring every dish reflects the restaurant's quality standards and reputation.

Job description

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located next to Blackfriars Station in the heart of the City of London, within walking distance of St Paul's Cathedral, Tate Modern and the South Bank. This Grade II listed five-star hotel stands on the historic site of King Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace and features 205 stylish guestrooms and suites along with versatile meeting and event spaces.

Dining experiences include NYnLON, a sophisticated yet relaxed bistro bringing the flavours of New York dining culture to London with East Coast classics and seasonal produce, and Leaf and Cane, a vibrant late-night bar offering premium beverages, live entertainment, and a dynamic social atmosphere.

Colleagues have the opportunity to work in a distinctive historic setting while welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to central London.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Head Chef role

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations of NYnLON, ensuring exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Executive Head Chef to deliver the restaurant's culinary vision, seasonal menu offerings, and brand standards.
• Supervise and support the NYnLON kitchen team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing working environment.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation throughout every service.
• Assist with menu development, recipe implementation, and the introduction of new dishes while maintaining the restaurant's New York-inspired identity.
• Monitor food costs, stock control, ordering, and waste management to support the efficient operation of the restaurant kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all hygiene, food safety, and health and safety standards, maintaining a clean, organised, and well-run kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with restaurant management and wider Food & Beverage team to deliver seamless service and memorable guest experiences. Support the training, coaching, and development of kitchen colleagues, helping to build skills and encourage continuous improvement.
• Act as a key ambassador for NYnLON's culinary offering, ensuring every dish reflects the restaurant's quality standards and reputation.

About you

You are an experienced and talented chef with previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or similar role within a quality restaurant or luxury hotel restaurant.

You are committed to delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences, combining strong culinary expertise with a hands-on approach to kitchen leadership. You enjoy working closely with your team, leading by example during service, and maintaining consistently high standards across every aspect of the operation.

Reporting directly to the Executive Head Chef, you are organised, dependable, and solutions-focused, with a strong understanding of food cost control, kitchen administration, and team development. You thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment and take pride in creating memorable dining experiences through high-quality food and excellent execution.

Benefits you will enjoy as a Head Chef

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

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