Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Executive Chef, you will be the visionary driving the culinary direction of our restaurant and mentoring our team.

Where are we located?

Situated on Level 33 of The Shard, the UK’s tallest building, Hutong delivers an exceptional Northern Chinese dining experience with stunning views of London.

What we bring to the table:

Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
Work out: Discounted gym membership
Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

Culinary Expertise: Craft recipes for success and guide the kitchen in creating and presenting authentic and innovative dishes, ensuring each menu item reflects the highest standards of quality, flavour, and presentation while embracing traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients
Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and inspire the culinary team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment, overseeing staff training, and conducting performance evaluations to promote professional growth and culinary excellence
Operational Management: Ensure efficient kitchen operations by managing inventory, controlling food costs, maintaining cleanliness, and upholding food safety and hygiene standards, while actively engaging in menu development, special events, and overall culinary strategy

You will be paid £30,534.76 per annum. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £59,465.24 extra per year. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Apply today as an Executive Chef and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!