Head Chef

Working for Kingsmills Hotel

We’re devoted to making our people feel as valued as our guests. In this way, we strive to support the whole ‘you’ – not just the professional part but the personal part too. People join our team for all sorts of reasons. Some work here permanently to develop a career, some work seasonally, while others have a schedule to fit around their personal commitments. The one common thread that runs through us all at the Kingsmills Hotel Group, is we love 'people'.

The Kingsmills Hotel is 4 star Hotel, 147 bedrooms in the Capital of the Highlands, Inverness. The Hotel is privately owned and is part of the Kingsmills Hotel Group. The Hotel has event space for up to 300 people and cater for weddings, banquets, charity dinners and much more. We also have two restaurants along with a lounge bar which serves food all day.

Who we are looking for:-

Experienced Head Chef with a solid background of working in hotel kitchens which are of a fast paced environment.
You will be assisting our Executive Head Chef in helping lead the team in order to consistently deliver the highest standards of food service exceeding guests expectations. Lunch: Up to 100; Dinner: Up to 200; Breakfast: Up to 300;
You will be one of two Head Chef's .
Functions: Up to 300 therefore this requires someone who is strong and able to cope with high volume whilst not comprimising our standards
You must be able to work on your own but also in a team helping motivate others around you.
Holds Intermediate Food Hygiene (desirable).
'Can do attitude'
Great leader for the kitchen brigade to follow, learn and develop.
Always looking for ways to improve and enhance our food.
A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual with an eagle eye for detail
You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and above all has fun along the way
The shifts are working four days from seven. Shifts are 10am-10pm or 11am-11pm, 48 hours per week. Additional hours worked will be paid on a pro rata basis.

What we do for you:-

Benefits are Free use of the Leisure Club and discounted rates for Friends & Family; discounted rates for our sister Hotels for yourself, family & friends.
Spa discount.
Food & Beverage discount.
Meals on duty
Online training platform.
Uniform provided.
Free parking;
As mentioned before we are privately owned and offer a fun and supportive environment to work in.
Short term accommodation can be provided for a temporary period until own accommodation has been found.

Please apply with an up to date CV and reference details.

Possible depending on their experience.

LOCH FYNE OYSTERS LTD is located in stunning surroundings on the west coast of Scotland at CLACHAN, CAIRNDOW. Our award-winning LOCH FYNE OYSTER BAR has built a reputation as one of Scotland's very best seafood restaurants, featuring the highest quality seafood indigenous to Argyll.

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated HEAD CHEF to oversee the day to day management of our OYSTER BAR KITCHEN TEAM, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation and service. Key responsibilities: managing all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking and presentation; supervising, mentoring and training the Kitchen Team, ensuring they adhere to food safety and hygiene standards; oversee inventory management, including stock ordering and rotation, manage cost control measures to optimise profitability; plan staff rotas to ensure efficient staffing levels, plus monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency and standards.

The successful applicant needs to have proven leadership skills, with experience supervising and motivating a diverse team in a fast-paced kitchen environment, whilst maintaining attention to detail; have excellent culinary skills with a passion for creating new dishes, together with experience working with fish and seafood; have a knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices, strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively, plus great communications skills to support teamwork between the Kitchen and Front of House staff.

JOB LOCATION: Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd, Clachan, Cairndow - the head of Loch Fyne, west coast of Scotland. Just a 45 minute drive / 1 hour bus journey from Dunoon, 50 minute drive from Helensburgh, 1 hour from Dumbarton, 1.5 hours from Glasgow (M8, A82, A83).

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30TH NOVEMBER 2025.

Please e-mail your current CV to christine.smith@lochfyne.com

Bankton House Rooms & Lodges has a mixed accommodation of newly built lodges & main house boutique rooms in the main house situated directly at South railway south connecting to Edinburgh and Glasgow, 5 min walk from the grounds

we have planning for further accommodation units and land to develop an agricultural accommodation

We are looking for a Head Chef or possibly a Sous Chef looking to take over the running of their own kitchen.

Privately owned.

We are building a team of motivated individuals to develop and build a reputation for yourself and Banktown House.

The building itself was built in 1810.

We are looking for a Chef to come in and be part of growing the business together.

You will be responsible for cooking, ordering, menu planning and all aspects of kitchen hygiene and compliance.

This ia a great opportunity in a good location for someone.

Email to info@bankhousehotel.co.uk with your current CV and details of relevant work references.

This historic golf club with a strong membership base is looking for either a Head Chef to come in with good control, or someone to take over the kitchen as a franchisee.

There's an excellent local customer base and excellent scope to develop the kitchen into a highly profitable operation, with an understanding and supportive management team in place. They're looking for someone with a great understanding of business and a willingness to drive the operation forward. The current Head Chef is leaving after a tenure of 20 years and so you should have demonstrable longevity and a desire to create something that you can nurture in the long term.

You'll have full control over ordering and will take 100% of the kitchen's income, with an understanding that you'll assist with developing the beverage operation with the incoming steward/bar manager to aid in the generation of additional income for the club.

This would be a great opportunity for a couple or friends to come in and work together to develop all aspects of the F&B operation.

The club is volunteer run, warm and welcoming. You'll become a part of the team in no time and they're offering an excellent accommodation with it's own gardens as part of the package. Non working partners and dependants are also welcome in the accommodation as they're keen for it to be seen as a long term benefit and not just a transient space.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me.

Please send an up to date CV and quote 17019 to

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Steward/ess position available which will encompass bar management and rota coordinating. Salary starting at £30k per annum based on a 40hr contract.

This busy brasserie on Royal Deeside is looking for their next Head Chef to lead the young team. The operation is largely daytime only, however occasional functions are catered for in the evenings with plenty of notice.

The food is simple but well made, with busy lunchtime rushes and lots of smaller functions throughout the week. Due to the location a driver would be required, and this is a live out role.

There's a good management structure in place and a strong Sous Chef, however they're in need of someone who has experience in kitchens that have surging services due to their location in a popular tourist area.

The salary is based on a 35-40hr week, with a base of £35k, however for a chef with solid financial acumen this can be negotiated.

You'll be responsible for organising the kitchen's paperwork and keeping on top of hygiene standards, alongside controlling the budget to ensure operations are kept profitable and safe.

The position is available now for the right candidate.

Please send an up to date CV quoting 16658 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Possibly FOH

I'm looking for a Head Chef to lead the team in this very busy and popular sports bar in the centre of Ayr. You'll be joining a team that understands what they're returning customers want, and are enthusiastic about delivering on the concept.

Serving a menu that features quality bar meals, specials and simple tasty dishes, you must be confident with leading the team from the front. There's a friendly family run atmosphere and the owners are keen to add people who enjoy working in hospitality.

The wage on offer is a generous hourly rate of between £21 and £25 per hour depending on experience, paid weekly. The hours can be flexible, but service starts at 9am and the kitchen closes each day between 8 and 9pm. Most of the business is done at the weekends, on matchdays, and during the lunch/early evening period.

Occasionally there will be buffets booked, these are simple and manageable and pre booked.

This is a great role which is only opened due to retirement. The venue can be extremely busy but the menu is straightforward and the standard excellent, so you'll be joining an establishment with a great reputation which the owners are keen to build on.

You must have a strong understanding of kitchen hygiene, be comfortable and organised when it comes to labelling, paperwork and tidiness, and be willing to train junior staff members in an approachable and supportive manner.

Quote 16979 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Possibly

Job description
We are seeking a experienced, skilled and passionate Chef to join our team to prepare and serve food to a high quality standard during peak season in a busy, face paced pub kitchen.

Duties:

Setting up of stations in an organised, productive manner.
Preparation of ingredients, such as cutting vegetables preparing meat an batch cooking each day.
Play a role in kitchen cleanliness and organisation.
Opportunities to show creativity by planning and preparing daily and monthly specials
Ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to at all times, from personal and team safety, to food standards and being aware of temperature and logging procedures.
Accepting, checking and signing off on stock orders delivered by suppliers.
Clear communication with the kitchen team and front of house team to ensure swift and efficient service.
Placing Orders
remain collected and positive during service
Skills:

Strong knowledge of food safety practices and procedures
Previous experience working in a restaurant or culinary environment
Proficient in meal preparation techniques.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong communication skills
Attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively
Ability to create specials, reduce stock when necessary
If you are a talented Chef with a passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and showcase your skills in a dynamic and rewarding kitchen environment.

Please email Nicole Taylor - admin@markiedans.co.uk

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