_This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees_ . _By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer_ . **About Us** Vignette Collection is a diverse group of luxury hotels with a fresh focus, offering guests a more authentic and thoughtful way to travel. We've created a collection brand that gives guests and colleagues an inspiring new choice. One that puts people at the heart of everything we do, to reframe luxury hospitality for the better. Our hotels are unique in their own right, with their own distinct outlook and story to tell. **Your day to day** **We're looking for an Executive Chef to take the lead in our kitchens and inspire incredible across our culinary operations. As Executive Chef, you'll be the creative and strategic force behind our kitchen teams, menus, and food quality. You'll lead by example. You are passionate and relentlessly focused on delivering outstanding dining experiences across our restaurants, events, and in-room dining. You'll collaborate with Heads of Department to ensure food is not just a service but a central part of our guest's journey.** **Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:** **● Making every single meal a feast for the eyes and treat for the tastebuds** **● Directing daily kitchen activities as well as coaching and developing the team** **● Encouraging and addressing guest feedback** **● Helping our Food and Beverage Manager plan events** **● Working closely with the finance team to forecast, plan and budget** **What we need from you** **●** **Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent experience.** **●** **Experience working across 5-star hotel outlets, including Events, Restaurants, and in Room Dining.** **What we offer** **We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.** **We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.** **So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.** **Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.** At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.