Head Chef

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

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong, ambitious chef who thrives in a traditional pub environment.

There's a small menu of very traditional pub grub with a couple of daily specials.

Key Responsibilities:
• Costing menus, ordering effectively and efficiently, and maintaining relationships with suppliers..
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive approach to maintaining stock levels and kitchen efficiency.

Perks & Benefits:
• Live-in accommodation available for the right candidate (no charge)
• Use of a company vehicle for work-related travel.
• Competitive salary with option to earn more (6-day weeks) during peak season or time in leu for winter.
If you’re a motivated chef looking for a unique and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Apply with an up to date CV and reference details to:

Garymac123@gmail.com

No

This historic golf club with a strong membership base is looking for a Head Chef to join them in their welcoming and supportive club.

There's an excellent local customer base and 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..

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 £28k per annum based on a 40hr contract.