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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head Chef for a prestigious kitchen in a prime London location. This role involves managing food costs, leading a culinary team, and enhancing guest dining experiences through seasonal menu changes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to training and developing their team. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this opportunity offers a supportive environment where your individuality is celebrated. Join a team that values empathy and integrity, and take the next step in your culinary career with an organization that truly cares for its people.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

12 free hotel nights per year

Discounted hotel stays

50% discount on food and beverages

Uniform provided and laundered

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in culinary management and team leadership.
  • Strong skills in menu planning and food cost management.

Responsibilities

  • Manage food costs and seasonal menu changes effectively.
  • Train and mentor culinary colleagues for maximum engagement.

Skills

Culinary Management

Team Leadership

Menu Planning

Food Cost Management

Training and Development

Education

Culinary Degree

Hospitality Management Degree

Job description

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Head Chef - The Montagu Kitchen & Lounge at Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill

What you will do as a Head Chef
  1. Responsible for managing food costs in accordance with budget & the hotel business plan
  2. Responsible for seasonal menu change
  3. Work successfully with other teams to maximize guest satisfaction and enhance guest dining experiences
  4. Ensure that all colleagues report for duty punctually, wear the correct uniform at all times and adhere to the Hotel and department’s grooming standards
  5. Supervise colleagues within the department, making sure that the correct standards and methods of service are maintained as stated in the Departmental Operations Manual
  6. Train, coach & mentor culinary colleagues to ensure they have the skills necessary to perform their duties in the most productive way, ensuring maximum colleague engagement
  7. Recruit future culinary talent and manage the performance of the team
  8. Implement effective training programs for colleagues in coordination with the Learning Manager and/or Departmental Trainer
Benefits you will enjoy as a Head Chef - Montagu Kitchen
  1. Free meals on duty at our colleague restaurant
  2. 12 free hotel nights per year of service across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
  3. Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
  4. 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
  5. Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
  6. Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
  7. And lots, lots more!
About Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill

Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill is conveniently tucked away in upmarket Marylebone, located in the heart of London’s West End, featuring views over the charming gardens of Portman Square. With 440 sophisticated guestrooms including 50 suites, many which have been recently refurbished, plus 11 distinctive meeting spaces, the hotel offers a full range of services tailored to serve the needs of business and leisure travellers alike. Dining options include seasonal British dishes and Afternoon Tea at The Montagu and snacks and cocktails at award-winning Churchill Bar & Terrace.

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next steps: Apply today for this Head Chef role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!

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