Executive Chef- Luxury Residential Development in London

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. INDLP