Executive Chef- Luxury Residential Development

Executive Chef - Luxury Residential Development
London | Up to £70,000 + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation within a prestigious new luxury residential development in London.

This is not a traditional hotel or restaurant role. You will be creating a truly exceptional dining experience for residents of an exclusive collection of luxury apartments and penthouses, delivering the highest standards of food, service, and hospitality in a sophisticated environment.

We are seeking a hands-on Executive Chef with a background in 5-star luxury hotels, private members' clubs, luxury residential developments, or high-end hospitality venues. This role would also suit a talented Head Chef from a luxury environment who is ready to take the next step into their first Executive Chef position.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

- Brand-new opening with the opportunity to shape the entire culinary operation from day one
- Monday to Friday working pattern available, with weekends generally free
- No late-night finishes
- Approximately 50 hours per week
- Highly competitive salary of up to £70,000
- Excellent benefits package
- Opportunity to build and develop your own team as the operation grows
- Work within one of London's most prestigious luxury developments
- Focus on quality, creativity, and resident satisfaction rather than high-volume service

The Role

As Executive Chef, you will initially be very hands-on, leading the operation personally during the opening phase before gradually recruiting and developing your own brigade.

You will be responsible for:

- Creating exceptional seasonal menus and dining experiences
- Delivering 5-star standards across all food offerings
- Building strong relationships with residents and understanding their preferences
- Managing food costs, purchasing, and supplier relationships
- Maintaining the highest standards of food safety and kitchen operations
- Recruiting, training, and developing the kitchen team as the business grows
- Driving a culture of excellence, luxury service, and attention to detail

About You

- Currently an Executive Chef or a strong Head Chef ready for your first Executive Chef role
- Background within 5-star luxury hotels, private members' clubs, luxury residential developments, or similar premium hospitality environments
- Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Commercially aware with strong kitchen management skills
- Hands-on leader who enjoys building teams and setting standards
- Calm, professional, and capable of thriving in a start-up environment
- Committed to quality, consistency, and outstanding service

This is a rare opportunity to join a luxury opening at the very beginning of its journey and create something truly special, while enjoying a healthy work-life balance that is rarely available at this level.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine luxury hospitality, leadership, creativity, and quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

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