Head Chef: Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader & Growth

Andaz; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary hotel nights

Discounted staff stays

Free meals on duty

Uniform provided

Gym access

Headspace membership

Career progression

Job summary

Andaz London Liverpool Street is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead our culinary team in one of London’s vibrant lifestyle hotels. You will balance creativity with commercial awareness while delivering memorable dining experiences across the hotel’s kitchens.

As Head Chef, you’ll drive menu development, coach colleagues, manage labour and food costs, and ensure top standards of safety and quality. A luxury hospitality environment and Hyatt values guide daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experienced culinary professional with hands-on leadership in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to balance creativity with financial performance.
• Aligned with Hyatt values and committed to guest hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop a high-performing culinary team and foster a positive working environment.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations ensuring food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Drive culinary innovation through menu development and seasonal dishes.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost control

Coaching & mentoring

Job description

Andaz London Liverpool Street is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead our culinary team in one of London’s vibrant lifestyle hotels. You will balance creativity with commercial awareness while delivering memorable dining experiences across the hotel’s kitchens.

As Head Chef, you’ll drive menu development, coach colleagues, manage labour and food costs, and ensure top standards of safety and quality. A luxury hospitality environment and Hyatt values guide daily operations.