We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at The Cadogan. This position will play a key role in the evolution of the hotel's F&B concepts, leading to the relaunch of our food and beverage offerings and shaping the future of dining at The Cadogan.
The Executive Chef will also be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, creativity, and efficiency.
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned culinary professional with a proven track record of success in a luxury hotel or fine-dining environment.
About Us
Watch as our doors gracefully open onto a glamorous stage, and enter The Cadogan. Marvel at our exquisite decor and listen as echoes of Oscar Wilde’s everlasting conversations with confidantes prevail within our walls. At The Cadogan, guests discreetly come in and out, returning from gleeful shopping sessions or seeking a comfortable seat for a delicious afternoon tea while others, equipped to serve an ace with their companions, head to our private tennis court. In the heart of Chelsea, great minds and legendary characters gather — take a seat and grab a drink, you are cordially invited to linger amongst them and join the scenes of our iconic London hotel. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional.
The Belmond & LVMH Family
The Cadogan is proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.
Responsibilities:
- Overall Kitchen Management: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
- Team Leadership: Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate the kitchen teams
- Scheduling: Create work schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels while managing labor costs.
- Maintaining Standards: Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all food items.
- Menu Planning: Create and develop innovative and appealing menus, considering factors like seasonality, cost, and customer preferences.
- Food Preparation: Oversee and participate in food preparation, ensuring high quality and adherence to standards.
- Quality Control: Monitor food quality, taste, and presentation at all stages.
- Budgeting: Develop and manage the kitchen budget, controlling costs, and maximising profitability.
- Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper storage.
- Vendor Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating prices, and ensuring quality.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, food handling procedures, and sanitation standards.
- Reporting: Prepare reports on kitchen performance, food costs, and other relevant metrics.
- Guest Interaction: Interact with guests to gather feedback and ensure satisfaction.
Requirements
What You Bring:
- Previous experience leading kitchen teams within the luxury hospitality industry is essential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Culinary skills and creativity.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Strong financial management skills.
Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.
Benefits
What We Offer:
The Cadogan we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations as well as Guest Experiences here on site
- Dedicated hospitality-specific benefits platform and many more
We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.