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.