Chef De Cuisine - The Lobby

The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking for a Chef de Cuisine to join our Culinary Team. This position is critical to the success of guest experience, providing a quality menu in partnership with high levels of service within the Lobby of the hotel. The Peninsula Hotels are renowned for the Lobby experience, with live music, a luxurious setting, and food and beverage service offering at the highest level; which, our guests have become accustomed to and that is synonymous with our brand.

The Chef de Cuisine - The Lobby Restaurant will lead a team of 15+ Chefs across a busy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner service. 

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London.
• The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers and commitment to our employees. 
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. 

Key accountabilities

• Lead and coach the team, in particular overseeing scheduling, delegation of duties, monitoring and supervision of service whilst championing the Peninsula culture.
• Maintain communication across all sections of the kitchen and with other departments.
• Assists the Executive Chef in menu development and ensure high quality produce is procured.
• Manage and follow control cost control policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain the highest level of health and safety and environmental hygiene.
• Hire, develop, motivate, supervise, and coach department employees.

General requirements

• Minimum 6 years in a similar role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant establishments  (pre-opening experience is highly desirable).
• Is a naturally organised and creative .
• Strong people leader having prior experience managing diverse teams.
• Fluent English language skills and presentation ability.
• Self-starter, extensive culinary knowledge in both classical and current culinary trends, and financial acumen (budgeting).

At the Peninsula London, we look after:

Your financial wellbeing:

• Excellent salary package 
• Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
• Life Insurance
• Enhanced company contribution on pension plan

Your medical care:

• Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan

Your daily health routine:

• State of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers’ room
• Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
• On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions

Other perks:

• High street and online shopping discounts
• Rewards and recognition initiatives
• Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.

Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city’s most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, including Brooklands helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Director Claude Bosi; the idyllic Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade.