Searcys
HEAD CHEF
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Head Chef
JLR - Jaguar Land Rover
Full-time
Back of House
45 Hours per week
81 Knightsbridge
SW1X 8ET
London
Searcys are unveiling a spectacular new venue in the heart of Knightsbridge this year, set within one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant destinations, and are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead the opening team.
An exceptional opportunity to be part of one of London’s most anticipated luxury openings. Jaguar is an iconic brand with an illustrious heritage that is now undergoing a dramatic transformation. Jaguar is being repositioned as a modern luxury brand, creating a new end-to-end client journey underpinned by an all-electric portfolio.
This new Knightsbridge location will play a defining role in that vision — establishing a presence and creating a destination that builds brand presence, deepens client engagement, and drives cultural relevance from the moment it opens.
As a Head Chef you will receive the following industry-leading benefits:
- 50% discount across Searcys venues
- Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
- Up to 35 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
- Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
- Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
- Chef whites and shoes provided
- Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy
- Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
- Your birthday off to celebrate in style
- A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice
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As Head Chef, you will take ownership of a highly creative, ingredient-led kitchen. Working alongside a Michelin-starred collaborator, you will help shape and execute a distinctive food offering tailored to a discerning private membership.
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £55K + performance-based incentives
Opening times
10:00 - 20:00
Open 7 days a week
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade
- Deliver a refined, seasonal, and bespoke menu with precision and consistency
- Maintain exceptional standards across food quality, presentation, and hygiene
- Collaborate on menu development and evolving concepts
- Manage kitchen operations including cost control, ordering, and staffing
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Requirements
- Proven experience at senior level within premium or Michelin-starred environments
- Creative, detail-driven, and passionate about delivering excellence
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Calm under pressure with a commitment to consistency
- A deep understanding of modern luxury dining expectations
We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.
A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.
To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk
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