Posted on April 24, 2026 | Start date May 24, 2026
| Salary: | £35,000 per annum + tips paid weekly (negotiable for the right candidate) |
| Duration: | Permanent |
| Hours: | 40 hours per week |
| Days: | 5 days from 7 |
| Holidays: | Statutory (28 days p/a) |
| Bedrooms: | 46 |
| Covers: | Lunch: 20-60; Dinner: 20-60; Breakfast: 90; Functions: 50-120 |
| Food type: | Classic pub food + simple 333 banqueting |
| Full-time chefs: | 5 +KPs |
| Accommodation: | Temporary on site accommodation available for relocation |
| Job description: | This 3 star, 46 bedroom, family run hotel is looking for a friendly Head Chef to join their team following the departure of their Chef of 15 years. The venue is located in a popular town centre on the NC500, and benefits from a great summer trade that includes plenty of Coach parties, making planning and services simple and offering an excellent work life balance. The team in place are keen and adaptable, and you'll have plenty of time to bed in before being expected to make any changes to menus or the general operation, however the owner is happy to work collaboratively with the incoming Chef to ensure that their voice is heard and their stamp can be applied to future menus. This is a business that runs on offering good quality but simple cookery, and the role would suit a Sous Chef looking for their next step or a Head Chef that's looking for a position that doesn't require juggling too many moving parts. The team are hands on and the owners are happy to jump in to assist where needed, with no grand egos or unachievable expectations. There's accommodation available if required for relocation, and an extremely competitive local rental market available if you'd prefer to stay off site. |
| How to apply: | Please send an up to date CV quoting 17393 to: |
| Work for partners: | Possibly |
| Contact details: | ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk | chefsinscotland.co.uk |
| Apply online: | Submit your CV now |
