Head Chef

Penninghame Estate, located in Newton Stewart, is a picturesque and historic property that offers a serene and luxurious retreat for its visitors. Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Scottish countryside, the estate is characterized by its expansive grounds, lush greenery, and beautifully maintained gardens. The main house is a stunning example of traditional architecture, complemented by modern amenities to ensure the utmost comfort for guests.

The estate boasts a variety of accommodations, including opulent suites, charming cottages, and stylish lodges, all designed to cater to different preferences and group sizes. With an emphasis on relaxation and tranquility, Penninghame Estate provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities such as nature walks, fishing, and exploring the nearby attractions.

Chef Services Requirements

To ensure a memorable and delightful culinary experience for our guests, we seek to recruit a skilled and passionate head chef who can help us develop and deliver a diverse range of services.

Below are the detailed requirements for the chef services at Penninghame Estate:

Welcome Basket and Arrival Meals:

• Prepare and present a variety of welcome goods for guests upon arrival, including freshly baked bread, scones, shortbread and artisan preserves.

• Create a warm and inviting first meals offering that sets the tone for the guests' stay, featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

Daily Breakfast Services for fully catered guests:

• Offer a diverse breakfast menu that caters to different dietary preferences, including traditional Scottish breakfast options, continental selections, and healthy alternatives.

• Ensure all breakfast items are prepared to the highest standards, using fresh and high-quality ingredients.
Casual Lunch and Picnic Provisions for fully catered guests.

• Prepare a variety of casual lunch options that can be enjoyed on the estate or packed for picnics, including gourmet sandwiches, salads, and light snacks.

• Ensure all packed meals are presented in an attractive and convenient manner for guests to enjoy during their activities.

Afternoon Tea (Future development):

• Offer a traditional afternoon tea service with an array of freshly baked scones, pastries, finger sandwiches, and a selection of fine teas.

• Create a charming and elegant tea experience that reflects the refined atmosphere of Penninghame Estate.

Fine Dining Dinners

• Design and execute exquisite multi-course dinners that showcase the best of local and seasonal produce, with a focus on creativity and presentation.

• Tailor menus to accommodate guests' preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring a personalized and memorable dining experience.

Special Events and Private Parties (Advertised to General public):

• Provide bespoke catering services for special events and private parties, including themed dinners, celebrations, and corporate gatherings.

• Collaborate with guests to plan and execute unique dining experiences that exceed expectations.

Pop-Up Restaurant (Advertised to General public):

• Establish a seasonal pop-up restaurant that showcases innovative dishes, featuring local and seasonal ingredients.

• Create a dynamic and interactive dining experience that offers a unique culinary adventure.

• Collaborate with visiting chefs and food artisans to host special events and tasting menus.

Develop the Cooking School:

To complement the culinary experience at Penninghame Estate, we are also establishing a cooking school to offer guests hands-on learning opportunities.

These cooking classes are designed to cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced home cooks, and will be taught by our experienced chef. Each session focuses on different cuisines, techniques, and seasonal ingredients, providing a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.
With these comprehensive chef services and cooking school offerings, Penninghame Estate aims to provide an exceptional culinary journey that enhances the overall guest experience.

Walled garden

Our walled garden is being established, and our head gardener is experienced at collaborating with chefs to create a functional garden that gives seasonal provision of vegetables, fruits and herbs for us at the cooking school and in the main kitchen

Gin Distillery
This is currently under construction to provide a small level of production as well as guest experience opportunities. There is an opportunity to be trained in the distilling process and specifically in relation to recipe development.

In Closing

This is the start of a journey, and we are looking for a chef that is up for the challenge of joining a core team to help and expand and develop the Penninghame vision.

The position comes with a studio apartment on the estate with utilities covered as part of the terms and conditions. The salary is circa £42 k per annum.

Please visit www.penninghame.com for more information and imagery.

Please send cv to penninghame Estate with covering letter.

There is a seasonal gardeners role available march to October and also a potential for an office administrator on 25 to 30 hours per week.

This well appointed small hotel is looking for a calm and experienced pair of hands to take control.

Excellent hands on owners who want someone with a good nature to bring in some love to the kitchen and bring it back to the standard it once was. The kitchen is well equipped and there are good staff in currently who need someone to train and support them.

The location isn't remote but also isn't in the city so a driver would be ideal but not essential.

There's an experienced breakfast chef in place and good support from other areas of the business for busier times, some experience with smaller functions would be beneficial.

Strong understanding and experience with HACCP and great standards of hygiene are imperative.

please email an up to date copy of your CV to ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk quoting ref 17168

Yes possibly

We are a family and pet friendly pub serving great ales and freshly cooked meals, and pride ourselves on a warm welcome for everyone. We have a good food reputation and this vacancy offers an opportunity for the incoming chef to make his own mark.

This is a live out position.

Working five days per week.

Hourly rate of pay.

Working in a team of two chefs.

Situated on the outskirts of Perth.

Please apply directly.

By email to thepitcairngreeninn@gmail.com with covering letter

Could be bar work

Stonefield Castle Hotel is a 36 bedroom 1AA Hotel is set in 60 acres of woodland gardens, lapped by the shores of Loch Fyne.

It is based just two miles from the idyllic fishing village Tarbert, one of the most attractive villages in the Kintyre area. Individually and tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms, with views over the gardens and Loch Fyne itself.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join our thriving Kitchen team.
Demonstrate natural palates and creative flair responsible for our restaurant and functions.

In this fast-paced environment, every attention to the finest detail is important to our dishes. You will have the opportunity to work with the finest seasonal and fresh local produce.

You are required to ensure that the preparation and presentation of the food is of a high standard, and complies with food safety regulations.

In return, we will offer you a supportive workplace in a luxurious environment, competitive salary, discounted Bespoke hotel stays. This post requires the candidate to be flexible and dedicated to the hospitality profession.

You will run the busy kitchen including - rotas, ordering, menu planning and stock control

Available now for the right candidate

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

Yes - depending on experience.

This privately owned Country House is situated in an estate of almost 2000 acres.

There's a role available with an immediate start for a Head Chef with rosette experience and an enthusiasm for C & B.

The role is to cater for up to 3 weddings a week, with scope for development into an Executive chef role in the near future for the right candidate as a new property is being acquired.

Whilst weddings are the primary focus, there are other events throughout the year, and scope to assist with developing further. You'll be tasked with writing well budgeted and costed menus in an effort to improve the food offering across the estate.

You'll be in charge of ordering, sourcing goods and must be comfortable being face to face with customers.

The supportive owners are keen for operations to run as smoothly as possible, and are happy to invest in any equipment which will assist with creating the vision of producing a high quality fresh "estate to plate" food offering.

Please send an up to date CV quoting ref 17124 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

possibly

Knipoch Hotel is a 26 bedroom hotel located 7 miles from Oban ,this is a family owned and run hotel, and part of the Sonas Hotel Collection.

We are looking for a Head Chef who is experienced in managing a hotel kitchen. Ideally, this will be someone who is keen to make their mark.

Responsible for managing and training the kitchen team, ordering and stock management, adhering strictly to hygiene and health and safety regulations.

Key requirements for this role:

· Previous experience in a similar role.

· A passion for hospitality and a drive to grow and develop yourself and your team.

· Fantastic communication skills.

· Strong commercial acumen.

What’s In It For You?

50% food discount in all our restaurants.
Staff rates across all our hotels.
Access to Health Assured which hosts a wealth of informational tools and support across many areas including:
Financial Wellbeing

Mental Health

Exercise

Heathy Eating

Ongoing personal development with access to internal and external training programmes.
A share of monthly tips split fairly across the business.
Birthday lunches with the senior team.
Free staff meals on duty.
Paid breaks.
Employee Of The Month celebrations.

Please apply to Danny Docherty with your CV and references

Yes

This is a very busy family owned tavern with an excellent reputation for quality fresh produce. The venue has undergone a recent change of ownership with a massive injection of ambition and long term plans to become the best gastro pub in the region.

They're looking for a Head Chef with excellent business acumen and the drive to build upon the reputation whilst not alienating the local clientele. You should have the knowledge to produce showstopping pub classics done to an exceptional degree, whilst also curating a menu that showcases the best of the seasonal scottish larder.

You'll be in charge of a dedicated team, and be keen to develop junior chefs in a supportive environment. The venue will be undergoing a period of refurbishment, with plans to redesign the kitchen next year with your input.

The accommodation on offer would be suitable for a couple, potentially with a small child, but is included as part of the package for the Head Chef regardless of family ties. You'll be welcomed into the local community and will be well compensated for your time.

There's a walled garden available with extensive fresh produce, and input will be welcomed by the team if you require alternatives.

The position is available to start immediately, however for the right candidate a notice period will be respected.

Previous experience at the highest level, and longevity in your recent work history are essential.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Apply quoting ref 17141 with an up to date CV and 2 contactable references to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Possibly

La Barca is an award winning Spanish Tapas Restaurant and Wine Bar situated in Helensburgh just 30 miles from Glasgow. is only minutes from the local train station which has a direct line to Glasgow.

La Barca was a Winner as Best Mediterranean restaurant in Scotland 5 years in a row by Scottish a entertainment hospitality awards

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our family friendly team.

Ideally you will have some experience cooking Spanish / Mediterranean cuisine.

Using fresh ingredients everything is made fresh.

You will also have volume experience.

We open from 12 noon to 9pm - shifts start at 10am

This position is available now for the right candidate

Please apply to Milan Nikolic, Director with a copy of your up to date CV and reference details

no

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