Head Chef - Romy Gill at The Pem
Hilton
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Job summary
Hilton seeks a Head Chef for Romi Gill at the Pem, Conrad London St James, overseeing a high-profile fine dining concept. You will lead a passionate kitchen team, translate strategic culinary direction into a premier guest experience, and drive excellence, growth, and profitability in a luxury setting.
With 2-3 years in top-tier kitchens and a focus on South Asian influences, you will curate quality, safety, and innovation while managing costs.
Qualifications
- Proven experience of 2-3 years as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
- Exposure to elevated South Asian cuisine and complex spice profiles.
- Passion for innovation and evolving a culinary concept in line with strategic direction.
- A positive, engaging leadership style that enhances team culture and performance.
- Strong communication and team development skills.
- A commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences at every touchpoint.
- Solid commercial acumen with experience managing costs.
- Relevant food hygiene qualifications and regulatory compliance knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, service delivery, and team performance.
- Translate culinary direction into a consistent guest experience.
- Develop a high-performing brigade with accountability and collaboration.
- Manage resources to meet business demands while maintaining quality.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and legislation.
- Control costs and meet financial targets without compromising standards.
- Build strong relationships with hotel operations for seamless service.
- Drive continuous improvement through feedback and innovation.
Skills
Education
Job description
Proudly voted by our Team Members
- Annual salary ranging from 58,000 up to 66,000 plus an expected average annual service charge likely to be between £7,000 - £8,000
- Incredible travel perks - Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
- Food and beverage discounts - Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
- Free meals on duty - Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
- Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, (increasing yearly to up to 33 days).
- Own a piece of Hilton - Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
- Pension scheme - Supporting you as you plan for the future.
- High street discounts - Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
- Mental health resources - Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Crisis Concierge - In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
- Career development opportunities - Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
- Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Proudly voted by our Team Members
- Annual salary ranging from 58,000 up to 66,000 plus an expected average annual service charge likely to be between £7,000 - £8,000
- Incredible travel perks - Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
- Food and beverage discounts - Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
- Free meals on duty - Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
- Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy 28 days' holiday including bank holidays, (increasing yearly to up to 33 days).
- Own a piece of Hilton - Through our Employee Stock Purchase Programme (ESPP), eligible Team Members can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
- Pension scheme - Supporting you as you plan for the future.
- High street discounts - Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
- Mental health resources - Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Crisis Concierge - In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
- Career development opportunities - Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
- Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
is one of Hilton's three global luxury brands and reflects the bold, inspired and personalized service we offer our guests. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service and is in the top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10% in the world.
The Venue - Romy Gill at The Pem Restaurant
is entered an exciting new phase, redefined its identity as a destination for elevated, contemporary social fine dining inspired by refined South Asian influences. Under the strategic guidance of Romy Gill, we are seeking a Head Chef who will lead the kitchen into this next chapter, bringing creativity, precision, and strong leadership to deliver an exceptional culinary experience.
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and accomplished chef to take ownership of a high-profile restaurant, shaping its future direction while ensuring the highest standards of execution, consistency, and guest satisfaction with an aim of achieving accolades
- Lead all aspects of the kitchen operation, including food quality, service delivery, and team performance
- Translate strategic culinary direction into a consistent, high-quality guest experience
- Inspire and develop a high-performing brigade, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration
- Manage resources effectively to meet business demands while maintaining the highest standards of preparation and presentation
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and legislative requirements
- Control costs and deliver against financial targets without compromising quality
- Build strong relationships across the hotel operation to ensure seamless service delivery
- Drive continuous improvement through feedback, innovation, and attention to detail
- Proven experience of 2-3 years as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment
- Exposure to elevated South Asian cuisine and a strong understanding of complex spices and flavor profiles
- A passion for innovation and the ability to evolve a culinary concept in line with strategic direction
- A positive, engaging leadership style that actively enhances the team culture, promoting collaboration, respect, and a consistently high-performance environment
- Strong communication, and team development skills
- A commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences at every touchpoint
- The ability to perform under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- Solid commercial acumen, with experience managing costs and driving profitability
- Relevant food hygiene qualifications and a strong understanding of compliance standards
- St James Park Tube Station - District & Circle Line - across the road
- Westminster Tube Station - Jubilee Line (4 Mins Walk)
- Victoria Station (8 Mins Walk)
- Waterloo Station (10 Mins Walk)
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A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
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