Staff Restaurant Head Chef

The Chancery Rosewood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 complimentary room nights

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Benefits app and monthly allowance

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Chancery Rosewood in Mayfair seeks a Staff Restaurant Head Chef to lead the culinary operation for the Associate Restaurant, delivering nutritious, high-quality dining that supports associates’ wellbeing and satisfaction.

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee menu planning, food production, and team development with a focus on operational excellence and Rosewood’s Relationship Hospitality standards.

Qualifications

• Guest-centricity, delivering five-star dining experiences and attention to detail.
• Integrity in food safety, hygiene and operational standards.
• Drive and adaptability to lead a kitchen and improve output.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Staff Restaurant culinary operation with exceptional quality, presentation and service.
• Create seasonal, nutritious menus while managing food costs, stock, and supplier relations.
• Coach and develop the culinary team through hands-on leadership and performance development.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety, hygiene and brand compliance across service.

Job description

The Chancery Rosewood is redefining luxury in Mayfair, housed in the former U.S. Embassy and reimagined by Sir David Chipperfield. With 144 suites by Joseph Dirand and a collection of dynamic dining and bar spaces, it’s a place where experiences are curated, conversations flow, and every detail matters.

As Staff Restaurant Head Chef, you will lead the culinary operation of the Associate Restaurant, creating nutritious, engaging and high-quality dining experiences that support the wellbeing and satisfaction of our associates. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee menu planning, food production, team development, and operational excellence, ensuring the Staff Restaurant consistently reflects Rosewood's commitment to care, innovation, and Relationship Hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Staff Restaurant culinary operation, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, variety, and service for associates.
• Create and deliver seasonal, nutritious, and engaging menus while managing food costs, stock control, and supplier relationships.
• Inspire, coach, and develop the culinary team through hands‑on leadership, training, and performance development.
• Drive operational excellence by maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and brand compliance.
• Collaborate with Culinary leadership and hotel departments to continuously enhance the associate dining experience.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and innovative kitchen culture that reflects Rosewood's values and Relationship Hospitality.

About You

• Connection — You cultivate warm, authentic relationships with colleagues at every level, fostering a collaborative kitchen environment and leading briefings that motivate and prepare those around you.
• Guest-Centricity — You understand that the guest experience begins on your section. You take pride in the precision, consistency, and care behind every dish, knowing that your craft is central to delivering a five-star experience.
• Influencing — You articulate culinary standards with confidence and genuine enthusiasm, sharing your knowledge and technique with junior chefs to raise the collective standard of the kitchen.
• Integrity — You uphold food safety, hygiene, and operational protocols without compromise, taking personal responsibility for a safe, well‑ordered, and impeccably maintained section.
• Drive — You bring energy and focus to every service, taking full ownership of preparation and continuously developing your knowledge — including ingredients, allergens, provenance, and technique.
• Adaptability — You embrace flexibility across different sections and service styles, remaining calm and solution‑focused when priorities shift and proactively contributing ideas that improve the kitchen's output and culture.

What we can offer you

• 12 complimentary room nights across The Rosewood Hotel portfolio (friends & family rates also available)
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Flexible benefits app and monthly allowance to spend on whatever you like
• Give days - A paid volunteering day of leave annually