Head Chef - Private Dining and Events

Maybourne Hotel Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Referral scheme £1,500

Long service awards

Family friendly policies

Staff restaurant

Job summary

Maybourne invites applications for Head Chef in the Private Dining and Events Kitchen at Claridge’s, London. You will lead a brigade responsible for transforming high-profile events into seamless culinary performances in a iconic luxury setting.

The role requires proven Head Chef experience in luxury environments, leadership of high-volume events, and a commitment to food safety and exceptional guest experiences. Forbes/LQA standards knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef within a luxury hotel or similar setting.
• Proven leadership of a high-performing kitchen team.
• Ability to lead high-volume, high-quality events.
• Food safety Level 3 qualification at minimum.
• Strong communication and collaboration with front-of-house teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Ensure menu execution meets standards in collaboration with Culinary Director.
• Maintain hygiene controls across all kitchen areas.
• Monitor food costs and staffing within approved budgets.
• Oversee stock levels and ordering for the kitchen.
• Support training and development of chefs and foster creativity.
• Collaborate with Culinary Director to evolve private dining menus.
• Coordinate with events team for seamless service.
• Ensure equipment upkeep in line with EH&S regulations.
• Support kitchen team during busy service periods.

Skills

Head Chef Experience

Leadership

High-volume Events

Food Safety Level 3

Communication

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Head Chef to join the Private Dining and Events team within Claridge’s.

Maybourne operates some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels, including Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory in London, the Maybourne Beverly Hills and the Maybourne Riviera in the South of France, where exceptional experiences and stories of distinction are crafted that celebrate the design and character of every destination.

One of Maybourne's storied hotels is Claridge's, a place shaped by centuries of enduring artistry. A rich symphony of experience, where every moment unfolds with unforgettable flair. A place where tradition is treasured and history continues to inspire. For over two hundred years, those who choose Claridge’s for life’s finest moments become part of its brilliant legacy.

Claridge’s is a family of the best and brightest, proudly serving the best and brightest. The calibre of our staff is unparalleled, as are our esteemed guests. Our people are a manifestation of our ethos - generous, passionate and truly personal. Claridge’s is a place that invites you in, embraces you, and make your spirit soar.

Private Dining and Events Kitchen

From gala dinners to award ceremonies to business meetings, as part of the dedicated brigade of chefs within our Banqueting Kitchen you will orchestrate complex menus for every event held at Claridge’s, transforming high-volume service into a seamless culinary performance. You will be a part of a team who create dishes that delight hundreds of guests at once, with the grace and finesse befitting such an iconic setting.

As a Head Chef you will be responsible for:

• The day to day running and leadership of the kitchen
• Ensuring preparation and service of menu items is executed to the desired standards in collaboration with the Culinary Director
• To ensure that strict hygiene controls are kept in all Kitchen areas at all times.
• To monitor food costs and staffing levels in line with approved budgets whilst still maintaining the required levels of service enjoyed by Claridge’s guests.
• To oversee stock levels and ordering within the kitchen.
• To support the training and development of chefs within the Kitchen and instil creativity and inspiration within the team
• To work together with the Culinary Director to continually evolve the Private Dining and Events menu, best suited to the style of the hotel and seasonality.
• Ensuring the efficient collaboration with the front of house events team.
• To maintain the equipment with Technical Services and Back of Housekeeping in line with Environmental Health and Safety Regulations.
• Support the rest of the kitchen team during service to ensure a smooth operation

Successful candidates for our Head Chef opportunity will:

• Experience as a Head Chef within an exciting luxury environment;
• Luxury hotel experience would be beneficial;
• Have proven experience leading high volume, high quality events
• Proven leadership skills and able to lead a high-performing team
• Food safety level 3 qualification as a minimum
• Proven passion for food, quality products, ingredients and guest experience;
• Be a team player with good communication skills;
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment;
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Have a thorough understanding of Forbes and LQA Standards.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our colleagues for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:

Financial Stability

• Excellent salary package.
• Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Travel Season Ticket Loans.
• Pension Scheme*.

Health and Wellbeing Support

• Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
• Flu vaccination vouchers*.
• Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
• 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
• On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
• Death in Service salary contribution.
• Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
• A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.

Recognition and Career Development

• Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500*.
• Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
• Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
• In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
• Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

• Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
• Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
• 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne.
• Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children’s Party, etc.)
• Wedding and Baby gifts.
• Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.