Head Chef

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 16982 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

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RELIEF - HEAD CHEF - AYR - LIVE OUT
ASAP for 1 month initially
£23/hr paid weekly
Busy sports bar
City centre location
Min. 40hr/wk 5/7
5 Chefs + KPs

Quote RELIEFayrHEAD to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

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This busy restaurant is looking for a strong Head Chef with experience of running a high volume restaurant. There's a well equipped kitchen and a strong customer base.

You'll be leading a team of 6 Chefs and Kitchen porters and will be responsible for the training and development of junior staff members.

You must have a strong financial acumen and be comfortable with all aspects of kitchen management. The business is in a strong position going into the "off season" and the owners need someone capable of delivering excellent food to the customers, and also excellent numbers to the accountants.

You should be comfortable with cooking on a Josper grill and utilising the modern systems in place. You must be happy to collaborate with the management team as you drive the business forward together.

The restaurant is busy with tourists and you should be well organised and used to running a similar outlet.

For more information or to apply please send an up to date CV quoting 16919 to

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Yes, either Front of House or in the Kitchen

The Isles Inn in Portree on the Isle of Skye serves traditional Scottish food.

We are situated in Portree, the main town on Skye, in a beautiful location.

We are looking for a Head Chef to take over the day to day running of this busy kitchen in a popular inn.

You will lead a team of three chefs and will be responsible for cooking, ordering, all aspects of health and safety and input into the menus.

Skye has excellent produce available.

On offer is a good wage and accommodation and a super chance for either a single chef or possibly a couple to work in the heart of Skye's capital.

There is lots to do on time off and this is a brilliant opportunity to work hard and save money.

By email to Stacey MacDonald

YES - front of house / housekeeping (or both) paying £12.50 per hour

Cringletie is an historic 28-acre estate featuring a luxury hotel, 2 AA Rosette restaurant and landscaped grounds located near
Peebles. A member of Luxury Scotland, the business enjoys an excellent reputation among regular guests for high quality food and service.

Applications are how invited from experienced hospitality professionals to head up our kitchen brigade.

This would suit an aspiring Sous Chef realy to take the next step in their career

Predominantly straight shifts, our dinner service ends at 9.00 p.m. so it’s usually a relatively early finish.

A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, will be offered along with other benefits including gratuities, uniforms, meals on shift and generous discounts at Cringletie and other Luxury Scotland hotels.
Live-in accommodation available if required.

Given our location, own transport is essential for colleagues living out. Cringletie is a 10 minute drive to Peebles, 15 minutes to Penicuik and 35 minutes to Edinburgh

Please apply to Victoria Palmer, General Manager, with an up-to-date CV and reference details

gm@cringletie.com

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The Fife Arms Bistro is a well-known Bistro with a large following of regular and new customers.

Serving lunches and evening meals using the best of local produce, buying seafood direct from fishing boats, game from local estates. Purchasing from high quality butchers and other suppliers. Quality always comes first.

We also cater for outdoor functions and local offices.

We are searching for an experienced head chef who can work under pressure and keep level-headed.

Email: stay@fifearms.com

Possible Work available for partner

This new opening in the City Centre of Edinburgh is looking for a Head Chef to assist with the development of their new location. The owners are already successful in hospitality, however this is a new direction and they're looking for the right pair of hands to steer their ship.

The Head Chef will be responsible for leading the kitchen team and ensuring smooth daily operations, overseeing food preparation and presentation, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.

They will manage stock control, support menu development within a quality Steakhouse and Grill, and train and mentor kitchen staff.

The Head Chef will work closely with front-of-house management to ensure a cohesive and efficient service.

A Sous Chef and additional team members will be welcomed to support the Head Chef as the team grows.

Staff meals, a positive team environment, performance incentives, and opportunities to grow as the business expands are just a few of the perks available. You'll be part of a new and promising restaurant and will be given the support to bring the dream into reality.

You must have demonstrable experience at a similar level in a similar role. There's no accommodation available, however due to the location there are excellent public transport links.

Please send an up to date CV with references to

tanvea.59@gmail.com

07707729077

Possible front-of-house roles depending on experience

Armstrong's Bar and Restaurant are looking for a chef to join their team.

Situated just outside of Kirriemuir 7 miles from Forfar.

This is privately owned and run.

You will be in charge of the day to day running of the kitchen - menus, ordering, stock control, rotas, health, safety and hygiene

This is an exciting opportunity to make a name for yourself

Accommodation is available if needed

Please email CV and references to Stuart Glen, Owner

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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. If you have a passion for working with sustainably sourced produce, a desire to provide an excellent customer experience and would like to work in a friendly, supportive environment, in a great location, then we would like to hear from you.

● POSITION: HEAD CHEF.

● RATE OF PAY: Competitive and negotiable.

● ADDITIONAL: Customer tips are shared between the Restaurant Team.

● CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent.

● CONTRACT HOURS: Full time hours (40 hours). No late evenings - no night shifts - no split shifts.

● WORK SHIFTS: Between Monday to Sunday.

● OTHER INFO: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial. Car share / transport may be available.

WHAT WE OFFER:

● 28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata); increasing with length of service.

● Access to our Employee App, packed with perks including retail discounts, private medical advice & GP consultations, emotional support, and legal or financial guidance.

● Company Pension Scheme.

● Death In Service (Life Assurance) Scheme.

● Cycle to Work Scheme.

● Share of customer tips.

● Staff discounts.

● Staff uniform.

● Free on site parking.

● Comprehensive training.

● Staff development opportunities.

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.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12TH OCTOBER 2025.

Please send an up-to-date CV to: christine.smith@lochfyne.com

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I'm looking for a Head Chef for this small hotel 10 minutes drive from Inverness city, and on the main bus route. They have a very busy gastro pub on site and are looking for someone to take control of the kitchen. The ideal candidate will have experience with working with local suppliers to make the most of the exceptional produce available in the region.

The restaurant has won several awards and is popular with tourists and locals alike. You'll be a part of a small close knit team and should be comfortable and calm during busy services.

The package on offer includes good quality accommodation on site with no charges.

Inverness is accessible by public transport, but the restaurant boasts scenic views and feels slightly rural.

For more information or to apply send an up to date CV quoting ref 16934 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

yes possibly FOH or housekeeping