Job Description
WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS!
Conrad London St James is one of Hilton’s three global luxury brands and reflects the bold, inspired and personalised service we offer our guests. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service and is in the top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10% in the world.
A World of Rewards:
- Annual salary ranging from 58,000 upto 66,000 plus service charge
- A global travel program for team members
- Meals whilst on duty
To be part of a fabulous team
The Venue - The Pem Restaurant
The Pem at Conrad London St. James is entering an exciting new phase, redefining its identity as a destination for elevated, contemporary social fine dining inspired by refined South Asian influences. Under the strategic guidance of a renowned consultant chef, we are seeking a Head Chef who will lead the kitchen into this next chapter, bringing creativity, precision, and strong leadership to deliver an exceptional culinary experience.
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and accomplished chef to take ownership of a high-profile restaurant, shaping its future direction while ensuring the highest standards of execution, consistency, and guest satisfaction with an aim of achieving accolades
What will I be doing?
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the kitchen, driving both operational excellence and culinary innovation. You will:
- Lead all aspects of the kitchen operation, including food quality, service delivery, and team performance
- Translate strategic culinary direction into a consistent, high-quality guest experience
- Inspire and develop a high-performing brigade, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration
- Manage resources effectively to meet business demands while maintaining the highest standards of preparation and presentation
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and legislative requirements
- Control costs and deliver against financial targets without compromising quality
- Build strong relationships across the hotel operation to ensure seamless service delivery
- Drive continuous improvement through feedback, innovation, and attention to detail
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a Head Chef who combines technical excellence with strong leadership capability and a forward-thinking mindset. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience of 2-3 years as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment
- Exposure to elevated South Asian cuisine and a strong understanding of complex spices and flavour profiles
- A passion for innovation and the ability to evolve a culinary concept in line with strategic direction
- A positive, engaging leadership style that actively enhances the team culture, promoting collaboration, respect, and a consistently high-performance environment
- Strong communication, and team development skills
- A commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences at every touchpoint
- The ability to perform under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- Solid commercial acumen, with experience managing costs and driving profitability
- Relevant food hygiene qualifications and a strong understanding of compliance standards
Travel:
- St James Park Tube Station – District & Circle Line – across the road
- Westminster Tube Station – Jubilee Line (4 Mins Walk)
- Victoria Station (8 Mins Walk)
- Waterloo Station (10 Mins Walk)