Head Chef

Posting date:	23 March 2026
Salary:	£56,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	22 April 2026
Location:	w1j 9dz
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Hospitality & Catering Solutions
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JOB-6148-207261

Summary

Job Title: Head Chef

H&C Solutions are excited to offer this fantastic Head Chef position role to work within one of London’s most luxurious boutique Mayfair hotels. This stunning hotel operation is extremely exclusive – with a minimum room spend of £380 per night. The kitchen team is backed by an influential Executive Chef with a solid background in modern European cuisine. They have one single main kitchen, with a team of 20 chefs. They have a 2AA fine dining restaurant (50 covers), banqueting facilities and are very popular for afternoon tea.

Head Chef Benefits:

• A competitive salary based on £56,000 per annum
• 48 hours per week.
• Working under the guidance of an award winning executive head chef
• Meals and uniform provided whilst on duty.
• Free Laundry Service – for all uniform.
• Employee of the month awards.
• Influence on all menus within the hotel
• Pension scheme.

Head Chef Requirements:

• Stable and consistent employment history is essential for all applicants.
• Proven background within both award‑winning restaurants and luxury hotels.
• A creative, organised and loyal Head Chef capable of elevating and developing the two‑rosette restaurant, banqueting offering, and afternoon tea experience.
• Candidates must demonstrate a solid, reliable career trajectory with strong professional longevity.
• The successful Head Chef must be comfortable working under the guidance of an Executive Chef, contributing collaboratively while maintaining high standards of leadership within the kitchen.