Head Chef – Exclusive Mayfair Private Club
MCG Recruitment are delighted to be working with a prestigious, members-only Mayfair club seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead their culinary team.
This is a rare opportunity for a chef who understands that true luxury lies in restraint: elevated dishes, flawless execution, and food that is confident, assured, and understated.
About the Role As Head Chef, you will own the culinary identity from start to finish: setting uncompromising standards, leading a calm and disciplined kitchen, and delivering consistent excellence from sourcing to service.
This is not a kitchen for ego. It’s for a chef with confidence, clarity, and respect for ingredients and people alike. You will create impact through taste, precision, and thoughtful innovation rather than performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade to deliver exceptional food and service
Plan and organise work to achieve departmental goals and continuous improvement
Innovate and develop menus with your own distinctive style
Maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient kitchen environment
Build strong relationships to create a positive, collaborative learning culture
Lead menu development while managing financials, labour costs, and budgeting
Make clear, confident decisions, consulting the senior team where appropriate About You
Proven experience in a luxury, multi-outlet, events-led environment
Skilled at managing, coaching, and developing teams, motivating others to achieve their potential
Passionate about delivering outstanding food and service
Excellent at building rapport with both colleagues and members
Professional, organised, and approachable
Broad culinary knowledge with a finger on current and emerging food trends
High emotional intelligence, with a commitment to self-improvement and team development Why Join
Lead the culinary experience for an exclusive Mayfair club
Shape and innovate menus in a prestigious, high-profile environment
Inspire and develop a talented, motivated kitchen team
Work in a supportive, professional, and collaborative culture
Deliver exceptional, memorable dining experiences for discerning members #MCG1