Head Chef

Smyth & Co; Marlow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious luxury hotel in West London as a Head Banqueting Chef, overseeing exquisite culinary experiences for high-profile events. This role demands a visionary chef with exceptional leadership and creativity, committed to maintaining the highest standards of hospitality and culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven success in senior chef roles, especially in luxury hotel environments.
• Strong experience managing large culinary teams effectively.
• Deep understanding of banqueting cuisine with a solid classical foundation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire multiple kitchens and event spaces.
• Create and execute bespoke high-end menus.
• Ensure flawless execution of large luxury events.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Creativity

Pressure Management

Culinary Excellence

Education

Culinary Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Prestigious Iconic Luxury Hotel – West London

£Competitive + Exceptional Benefits

Smyth & Co. are proud to partner with one of West London’s most iconic and prestigious luxury hotels to appoint a Head Banqueting Chef – a rare and career-defining opportunity for a culinary leader with refined banqueting experience and a flair for executing excellence on the grandest of stages.

This landmark property, celebrated globally for its timeless elegance and elite guest list, is synonymous with exceptional hospitality and unparalleled culinary standards. With a newly invigorated events programme and a focus on creating extraordinary experiences, we are seeking a visionary Head Banqueting Chef to oversee and elevate all aspects of banqueting cuisine — from intimate private dinners to grand gala affairs for several hundred guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a talented brigade across multiple event spaces and kitchens
• Curate and execute bespoke menus that blend creativity with classic finesse
• Ensure seamless delivery of large-scale luxury events with precision and poise
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning, innovation, and guest satisfaction
• Uphold the hotel’s world-class reputation through meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising quality

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven success as a senior chef within a luxury hotel or high-profile banqueting environment
• Exceptional organisational and leadership skills with experience managing large culinary teams
• A refined, contemporary approach to banqueting cuisine with a strong classical foundation
• Adept at managing high-volume operations while maintaining elegance and excellence
• Passionate, composed under pressure, and genuinely committed to hospitality at the highest level

This is a role for a chef who thrives on excellence, innovation, and prestige — someone who understands that luxury is in the detail and takes pride in creating unforgettable culinary moments.

To apply with discretion and confidence, please contact Smyth & Co. today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitality and Restaurants

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