Head Chef, Events Kitchen — Lead Elite Banquets

Hongkong & Shanghai Hotels Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile flagship hotel in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their Events Kitchen team. The successful candidate will require extensive culinary knowledge and a passion for quality food. You will coordinate all kitchen operations, ensuring memorable guest experiences and maintain high standards of hygiene and creativity. This role demands strong leadership skills with a background in high-end dining environments and offers competitive remuneration and benefits.

Benefits

Market-leading remuneration

Service charge

Attractive benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in management of chefs.
• Minimum 6-8 years experience in a 5-star hotel with large banquet or employee restaurant.
• 3-4 years in charge of the kitchen department.

Responsibilities

• Promote The Peninsula London as a culinary destination.
• Coordinate and direct all aspects of the Events kitchen operation.
• Develop and produce all food required for the assigned kitchen.

Skills

Extensive technical knowledge of culinary trends

High level of creativity

Ability to communicate effectively

Flexibility and capability of working under pressure

Job description

A high-profile flagship hotel in London is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead their Events Kitchen team. The successful candidate will require extensive culinary knowledge and a passion for quality food. You will coordinate all kitchen operations, ensuring memorable guest experiences and maintain high standards of hygiene and creativity. This role demands strong leadership skills with a background in high-end dining environments and offers competitive remuneration and benefits.