Executive Chef

Executive Chef - Lead Culinary Excellence at The Randolph, Oxford

At White Rabbit Projects, we create hospitality experiences built on creativity, quality, and people‑first leadership. At The Randolph
, Oxford’s most iconic hotel, our restaurants, bars, and events spaces deliver elegant dining, seasonal menus, and memorable guest experiences. We’re now looking for an inspiring and commercially minded Executive Chef to lead the entire culinary operation, shape food strategy, and drive standards across all kitchens within the property.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high‑profile food operation, develop talented teams, and influence the culinary direction of one of Oxford’s most celebrated hospitality destinations.

HOSPITALITY IS AT OUR CORE: Lead with passion, care, and pride, creating dishes and experiences that guests remember.

WE DO THE RIGHT THING: Build a respectful, positive, and inclusive kitchen culture where teams can thrive.

WE PURSUE EXCELLENCE: Set the highest standards in food quality, presentation, consistency, and innovation.

WE ARE ALL ENTREPRENEURS: Take ownership of the culinary operation, drive performance, and continuously evolve the offer.

• Leading and overseeing all kitchen operations across restaurants, bars, events, and banqueting
• Developing and delivering seasonal, commercially successful menus aligned with brand standards
• Recruiting, mentoring, and developing high‑performing kitchen teams
• Driving food quality, consistency, and presentation across all outlets
• Managing budgets, GP performance, labour control, and stock management
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Collaborating with senior leadership to support business growth, events, and guest experience strategy
• Representing the culinary brand of The Randolph both internally and externally

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef leading multi‑outlet hotel or premium restaurant operations
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for developing and inspiring teams
• Exceptional culinary knowledge with a focus on seasonal, high‑quality produce
• Commercial and financial awareness, including budget and cost control experience
• Strategic thinking combined with a hands‑on leadership approach
• A genuine passion for hospitality, creativity, and guest experience

• Aside from an OTE Salary of £70,000 per annum plus bonus, we pride ourselves in offering:
• A supportive, people‑focused culture.
• Delicious meals while you’re at work and discounts across WRP restaurants in your free time.
• Wellbeing initiatives such as access to Hapi, our benefits platform.

In addition to all the above, joining the White Rabbit Projects family opens the door for so much possibility. We are a fast‑growing team which means you will have ample opportunities to set up processes, share your expertise and learn until your heart (and brain) is content!

If you’re an ambitious, creative leader ready to drive culinary excellence in one of Oxford’s most iconic hotels, apply now to become Executive Chef at The Randolph, Oxford with White Rabbit Projects
.