Graduate Hotels appoints executive head chef for The Randolph
With over 25 years of experience in kitchens, Chris Godfrey brings a wealth of knowledge from gastro pub fayre through to fine dining cuisine
Graduate Hotels’ The Randolph has announced the appointment of Chris Godfrey to the role of executive head chef.
In his new role, Godfrey, will oversee all the food and beverage programmes at The Randolph Hotel, including The Alice, The Morse Bar, The Drawing Room, The Ballroom, and The Lancaster Room for banqueting events.
With over 25 years of experience in kitchens, he brings a wealth of knowledge from gastro pub fayre through to fine dining cuisine in establishments such as The Square and The Sir Charles Napier.
During his first year as head chef at The Sir Charles Napier, Godfrey’s leadership saw the restaurant awarded a Michelin Star.
In time for spring, his first menu at The Alice is now available, and offers a contemporary approach to all-day dining with an unwavering commitment to flavour.
As executive head chef, Godfrey will also work with suppliers including regenerative Paddock Farm, which provides pork and beef, and Rectory Farm for “hyper-local, fresh farm ingredients”.
Godfrey said: “As the new executive head chef at The Randolph Hotel, I’m excited to bring my cooking philosophy to the table. It’s all about keeping things simple, focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and letting the flavours shine. I’ll be sourcing the best local produce from across Oxfordshire to create dishes that are both comforting and exciting.
“Drawing inspiration from my travels across Asia and Europe, you can expect a menu that’s full of delicious surprises.”
