Executive Chef in London

At Four Seasons, culinary excellence is not just about food, it is about identity, creativity, and the experiences we create for our guests and our people. Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead and shape the culinary direction of one of London's most distinctive luxury hotels. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex, multi-outlet operation and define its future, balancing creativity, consistency, and commercial success.

The role involves overall leadership, strategy, and performance of all culinary operations within the hotel. You will play a key role within the Food and Beverage leadership team, contributing to the broader vision, positioning, and long-term success of the hotel. Your remit includes Cooper's Cut, Rotunda Bar and Lounge, Mei Ume, In Room Dining, Banqueting, and employee dining. You will lead a large, multi-layered team, ensuring alignment across outlets while allowing each to maintain a distinct identity. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring both strategic thinking and a strong operational presence. You will set standards, build culture, and drive excellence across the entire kitchen operation.

What you will do:

• Define and deliver the culinary vision for the hotel, ensuring each outlet has a clear identity and consistent standard.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a large culinary team, building a performance driven and people-focused culture.
• Oversee menu development across all outlets, balancing creativity, guest expectations, and profitability.
• Drive financial performance through effective cost control, forecasting, and operational discipline.
• Maintain exceptional standards in food quality, presentation, hygiene, and safety.
• Collaborate closely with Food and Beverage, Sales, Marketing, and Events teams to maximise opportunities.
• Champion sustainability and responsible sourcing across the culinary operation.
• Represent the hotel's culinary offering internally and externally, contributing to brand reputation.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and the development of future culinary leaders.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or leading Executive Sous Chef within a luxury or high-profile multi-outlet environment.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and develop large teams.
• A clear culinary style combined with understanding of diverse concepts and guest expectations.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and cost structures.
• Experience across both restaurant and banqueting operations.
• A balanced leadership approach combining structure, creativity, and collaboration.
• Passion for innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Alignment with Four Seasons values and the Golden Rule philosophy.

What we offer:

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Excellent training and clearly defined career development pathways.
• Strong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolio.
• Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 days.
• Up to two paid Wellness Days per year.
• Company Sick Pay, increasing with service.
• Life insurance while on duty.
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, increasing with service, as well as heavily discounted rates at all properties.
• 50% discount across UK Four Seasons food and beverage outlets from day one for up to four guests.
• Complimentary meals while on duty in Pepys Cellar, our staff cafeteria, with refreshments available throughout the day.
• Discounted gym membership with City's Leonardo Hotel.
• Bupa Dental Cover and MediCash healthcare plans available.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Uniform with complimentary professional dry cleaning from day one.
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme available from day one.
• Access to Wagestream for greater pay flexibility and discounts.
• Employee recognition programmes including monthly awards and events.
• Annual themed team events plus regular social, charitable and sporting activities.

Lead something exceptional. This is an opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a flagship London property, lead a talented and ambitious team, and make a lasting impact within a globally respected luxury brand. If you are a confident, forward-thinking culinary leader who thrives in complex environments and values both people and performance, we would be delighted to hear from you. We look forward to receiving your application.