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Join White Rabbit Projects as Executive Chef – Lead Culinary Excellence at Graduate Cambridge. At White Rabbit Projects, we create hospitality experiences built on creativity, quality, and people-first leadership. At the Graduate Cambridge by Hilton, our restaurant, bar, terrace, and event spaces deliver vibrant riverside dining using seasonal ingredients and bold, modern menus. We’re now looking for an inspiring and commercially minded Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation, drive innovation, and develop high-performing kitchen teams across the property. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the food identity of one of Cambridge’s most dynamic hospitality destinations while building a strong, values-led kitchen culture.
Job Responsibility:
Leading and overseeing all kitchen operations across restaurant, bar, terrace, and event spaces
Developing and delivering seasonal, commercially successful menus aligned with brand standards
Recruiting, mentoring, and developing high-performing kitchen teams
Driving food quality, consistency, and innovation across all services
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 Graduate Cambridge both internally and externally
Requirements:
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, quality-led menus
Commercial and financial awareness, including budget and cost control experience
Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on leadership style
A genuine passion for hospitality, creativity, and guest experience
What we offer:
Staff meals on shift
Generous employee discounts across White Rabbit Projects venues
Access to Hapi, our employee wellbeing and benefits platform