Night Chef

The May Fair Hotel; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per year

Complimentary hot meals

Annual complimentary night stays

Pension scheme

Discount platform access

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The May Fair Hotel in London is recruiting a Night Chef to join the Food Production team. You will oversee overnight food preparation and room service, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency for a five-star experience.

Work independently on night shifts, while supporting daytime services and maintaining HACCP and health & safety standards. A passion for hospitality and strong organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Night Chef or Chef de Partie in luxury hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance.
• Ability to work independently through night shifts.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Passion for delivering high guest experiences.
• Flexible, reliable and professional in appearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality overnight room service dishes.
• Maintain five-star standards for all night-time service.
• Lead kitchen operations during night shifts with efficiency.
• Complete mise en place for breakfast and daytime service.
• Monitor quality, stock levels and waste; uphold HACCP.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate with Front Office and Night Management to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Support Head Chef and Sous Chefs with additional duties.

Skills

Night Chef experience

Food safety knowledge

Independent worker

Organisational skills

Hospitality mindset

Calm under pressure

Job description

Join the UK’s most dynamic collection of hotels and restaurants

At Edwardian Hotels London, it is the people who create unforgettable memories for our guests. We are always looking for hospitality professionals to join our family and bring new ideas to how we can provide the best possible experience. Professionals who understand and believe in our values: having Integrity, being Ambitious, and always being Quality-Driven. We are looking for talented individuals who want to work alongside likeminded passionate people in a rewarding, fulfilling, and fun environment. We know that your unique talents and ambitions not only can exceed our guests’ exacting standards, but also propel your own career potential in a company that recognises and rewards.

At Edwardian Hotels London we are committed to being the best place to work, so much so that we have officially been recognised as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to the wellbeing and development of our people is at the forefront of our culture.

We are currently recruiting for a Night Chef to join our Food Production team at The May Fair. As Night Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all overnight food preparation and service, ensuring our guests receive exceptional quality and consistency at all times. Working independently and as part of the wider Kitchen Brigade, you will prepare dishes for room service, early breakfast requirements, staff dining, and support kitchen mise en place for the daytime teams.

Overview:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality food for overnight room service and hotel operations.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to the standards expected of a five-star luxury hotel.
• Manage the kitchen confidently during night shifts, maintaining efficiency and organisation.
• Complete mise en place and preparation for breakfast and daytime service.
• Monitor food quality, stock levels, and minimise waste.
• Maintain strict food hygiene, health and safety, and HACCP standards.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained correctly.
• Work collaboratively with Front Office and Night Management teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs with additional kitchen duties as required.

About You:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Night Chef, or similar role within a luxury hotel, high-end restaurant, or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, allergen management, and kitchen compliance standards.
• Ability to work independently and confidently during overnight shifts.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to perform well under pressure.
• Professional appearance and a positive attitude.

Our Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary

• 28 days Holiday per annum including Bank Holidays increasing with long service
• Complimentary hot meals, salad bar and unlimited beveragesprovideddaily
• Recommend a Friend Scheme of up to £500 per friend recommended.
• Annual complimentary night stays within our hotels

• Preferential accommodation rates for all Edwardian Hotels for Hosts, their family and their friends
• Access to a discount platform for all of the most popular stores and outlets
• Auto enrolment into our company pension scheme
• Regular social events across all hotels
• Annual company recognition events held in January each year
• Wellbeing champions across all of our hotelsAccess to our company doctor for medical appointments and occupational health support
• Access for all hosts to our online learning platform Edwardian Academy
• Opportunities for promotion and a wide range of training programs to support your development

Eligibility

• 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.

Compensation: Competitive salary