Head Chef (f/m/d) - The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection

For the opening of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection, we are seeking a Head Chef who leads with creativity, culinary skill and commercial insight, and who is inspired by the opportunity to shape a distinctive culinary identity in an intimate luxury environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Define and lead the hotel’s culinary direction and food concept, aligned with the overall strategy and positioning of the Colbert Collection


• Plan and manage food revenue, cost control and profitability, including menu pricing, waste reduction and efficient kitchen operations


• Develop, refine and execute seasonal and market‑driven menus, reflecting local trends, guest expectations and cultural sensitivities


• Take full ownership of food quality, consistency and presentation, ensuring the highest luxury standards at all times


• Lead and coordinate all kitchen operations, providing hands‑on leadership, training and development for the culinary team


• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations, maintaining exemplary standards throughout all kitchen areas


• Collaborate closely with hotel management, suppliers and engineering on kitchen investments, equipment and ongoing improvement

How can you succeed in this role

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within the luxury hospitality segment, ideally in a refined hotel or high‑end dining environment


• Strong culinary identity with a passion for quality, creativity and modern luxury cuisine


• Demonstrated ability to manage food cost, budgeting and supplier relationships effectively


• Natural leader with experience in building, motivating and developing professional kitchen teams


• Hands‑on mindset with the ability to remain present in daily operations while leading by example


• Excellent organizational and communication skills

What You Can Expect

At Minor Hotels Europe & Americas we are committed to shaping exciting careers worldwide and cross-cultural experiences. Our journey is fueled by the passion and dedication of our incredible teams, who also enjoy inspiring and exclusive benefits such as:

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  Competitive compensation package, including a salary range of £ 70.000 – €75.000, depending on experience and qualifications, and additional bonus
  
  


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  Worldwide experience – diversity of 150 different nationalities.
  
  


• Career development opportunities full of national and international challenges. 


• Wide range of training programmes to enhance your skills. 


• Wellbeing initiatives, including flexible working conditions.


• Team member recognition programmes, including Memorable Dates.


• Ability to make a difference through our sustainability programme and volunteering initiatives.


• Team member rates and promotions, offering discounted rates in our hotels around the world and exclusive benefits through our corporate loyalty programme.