Head Chef

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"When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means.

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Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located next to Blackfriars Station in the heart of the City of London, within walking distance of St Paul's Cathedral, Tate Modern and the South Bank. This Grade II listed five-star hotel stands on the historic site of King Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace and features 205 stylish guestrooms and suites along with versatile meeting and event spaces.

Dining experiences include NYnLON , a sophisticated yet relaxed bistro bringing the flavours of New York dining culture to London with East Coast classics and seasonal produce, and Leaf and Cane, a vibrant late-night bar offering premium beverages, live entertainment, and a dynamic social atmosphere.

Colleagues have the opportunity to work in a distinctive historic setting while welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to central London.

• Lead the day-to-day kitchen operations of NYnLON, ensuring exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Executive Head Chef to deliver the restaurant's culinary vision, seasonal menu offerings, and brand standards.
• Supervise and support the NYnLON kitchen team, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing working environment.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating standards, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation throughout every service.
• Assist with menu development, recipe implementation, and the introduction of new dishes while maintaining the restaurant's New York-inspired identity.
• Monitor food costs, stock control, ordering, and waste management to support the efficient operation of the restaurant kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all hygiene, food safety, and health and safety standards, maintaining a clean, organised , and well-run kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with restaurant management and wider Food & Beverage team to deliver seamless service and memorable guest experiences. Support the training, coaching, and development of kitchen colleagues, helping to build skills and encourage continuous improvement.
• Act as a key ambassador for NYnLON's culinary offering, ensuring every dish reflects the restaurant's quality standards and reputation.

You are an experienced and talented chef with previous experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef, or similar role within a quality restaurant or luxury hotel restaurant.

You are committed to delivering exceptional food and memorable guest experiences, combining strong culinary expertise with a hands-on approach to kitchen leadership. You enjoy working closely with your team, leading by example during service, and maintaining consistently high standards across every aspect of the operation.

Reporting directly to the Executive Head Chef, you are organised , dependable, and solutions-focused, with a strong understanding of food cost control, kitchen administration, and team development. You thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment and take pride in creating memorable dining experiences through high-quality food and excellent execution.

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just…