Sous Chef

The Isles Inn 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 sous chef to join the kitchen team of this busy kitchen in a popular inn.

Working in a team of three chefs, this is a great opportunity for someone to work as an all rounder in this well established Inn.

You will help cover and provide support to our head chef

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 - (partner can either be kitchen related job or front of house)

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

There's a role available with a mid February start for a Sous 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 a more senior 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 deputising for the head chef on their days off, and 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 17125 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Head Chef role available

Sous Chef

£45,000 per annum | Full-time | Live-out

We are looking for a Sous Chef to work closely with the Executive Head Chef in leading the brigade and continuing to raise standards.

About the role:
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Leading services and overseeing multiple sections
• Training and developing junior chefs
• Ensuring consistency across a menu built on seasonal and local produce
• Involvement in menu development, weddings, and events

About you:
• Experience as a Sous Chef, or a strong Senior CDP ready to step up
• Hands-on leadership style with strong organisational skills
• Genuine passion for fresh, from-scratch cooking

What We Offer
• Competitive pay rates
• Full-time, live-out positions
• A structured and supportive kitchen environment
• Menus focused on seasonal, local, and freshly made produce
• Opportunities for training, development, and progression
• A positive, professional team culture

Please send CV and reference details

no

The Park Hotel is an independently owned 3 star hotel located in Montrose - midway between Dundee and Aberdeen.

You will have experience of working in a busy environment catering for residents, local customers, tour groups and events for up to 180 guests and take control of the kitchen when the Head Chef is not on duty. The position may also suit a strong senior chef de partie looking for their first sous chef role.

You will be responsible for ensuring standards of quality, presentation and food safety are maintained. You will also be required to complete admin duties, ordering, have a good understanding of cost controls and be involved in menu planning.

This is a permanent, full time position and is based on a 42 hour week. live-in accommodation is available.

Please submit your cv and a covering letter by email.

No

Sea Salt bistro is situated in Port Ellen, 13 miles from Bowmore on the Isle of Islay.

We are looking for a Chef and front of house to join our team. You will be a team player be able to work on your own initiative

Pizza experience is preferred but not essential.

A truly wonderful place to live and work.

This is a permanent, all year round position.

This position is available from now for the right candidate.

Please e-mail an up to date CV and references to Yan Wang.

yes - front of house - above minimum wage

I'm looking for a Sous Chef/ experienced Cook for this casual eatery in the beautiful countryside of Kinross-shire. You'll be assisting the Head Chef with the day to day operation of the kitchen, and deputising in their absence.

The focus is on the daytime trade which can be busy over the weekends, but the menu is simple and services run smoothly.

The venue has a good reputation which their looking to build upon by strengthening their existing team.

Due to the location a driver would be preferred, although there is some access via public transport.

Key Responsibilities:
-Work alongside the Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and service.
-Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard across breakfast, lunch, and dessert menus.
-Supervise and train junior staff.
-Support with menu planning, specials, and new ideas.
-Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards.
-Help manage stock control, ordering, and waste reduction.

What We’re Looking For
-Proven experience as a Sous Chef.
-Passion for fresh, quality food and consistency under pressure.
-A natural leader who motivates and supports others.
-Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
-Reliable, organised, and committed to delivering great service.
-Flexibility to work weekends and busy trading days

Apply with an up to date CV quoting 17235 to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Yes, 3 Chef roles available, front of house opportunities

I'm looking for a strong and reliable Sous Chef for this 3 star 18th Century hotel situated in the heart of Melrose.

We are looking for an organised hard working Sous chef to deputise for a skilled Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen (rotas, menus, training, sourcing suppliers, stock control, HACCP)

Everything is made fresh on the premises using the best of local produce.

The Hotel is situated within an hour of Edinburgh by train.

An excellent place to live and work if you like golf, fishing and walking.

This position is available now for the right candidate.

Please apply quoting 17229 with an up to date CV and contactable references to:

ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk

Depending on experience.

Rosneath Castle Caravan Park is an award winning 5* family run and managed business.

We are passionate about what we offer here and are looking for motivated and talented individuals to drive our food offering in our onsite bar and restaurant.

We are lucky to be situated in a beautiful area with stunning views of the loch and an abundance of fresh and local ingredients to choose from.

Please send your up to date CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to Richard.quibell@rosneathcastle.co.uk

yes - kitchen porters

The Ancient Links Golf Company is led by one shared purpose: to be the world’s leading custodian of historic golf, restoring Scotland’s sacred homes of the game where it all began and re-imagining them for today’s players.

Guided by the vision of the game’s great architects, we carefully rejuvenate ancient community links, uniting them in a curated collection that delivers unforgettable experiences while preserving golf’s legacy and inspiring its future. We believe in restoring courses to world-class standards, whiler emaining at the heart of the local community, and we act as one, with purpose, to deliver this vision.

As our portfolio continues to grow, we are now recruiting for the new Food and Beverage operation in Forfar.

The Opportunity:

The Ancient Links (Forfar) Limited is launching a brand-new Food & Beverage operation at Forfar Golf Club, and we are looking for an ambitious, hands-on Sous Chef to help shape and grow it from day one.This is not just another kitchen role. This is an exciting opportunity to step up into a supporting leadership role within a rapidly developing operation,reporting directly to the Club Manager and supporting the Food and Beverage Manager in building your own team, fostering an inclusive culture, and growing alongside the business as it evolves.

If you’re currently a strong Sous Chef or Senior Chef, looking for a fresh challenge with autonomy and impact — we’d be delighted to discuss the role with you.

This is a hands-on role where you will:
ï‚· Support the shaping of the food offer from its starting point
ï‚· Build and inspire a positive, high-performing kitchen team
ï‚· Develop menus that are seasonal, contemporary and commercially sound
ï‚· Establish standards, systems and culture from the ground up

This is your chance to help create something special — not walk into something already set in stone.
Key Responsibilities
ï‚· Lead day-to-day kitchen operations including prep, service and stock control
ï‚· Design and develop innovative, commercially viable menus
ï‚· Ensure exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
ï‚· Maintain full compliance with food safety, allergen and hygiene regulations
ï‚· Manage food costs, labour and wastage in line with budget targets
ï‚· Recruit, train and develop your brigade as the operation grows
ï‚· Build strong supplier relationships with an emphasis on quality and sustainability
ï‚· Drive a positive kitchen culture focused on teamwork, professionalism and pride

About You
We’re looking for someone who:
ï‚· Has experience as a Senior or Sous Chef
ï‚· Is confident running a kitchen and leading a team
ï‚· Has strong commercial awareness and understands cost control
ï‚· Is organised, resilient and calm under pressure
ï‚· Is passionate about fresh, seasonal food and modern dining trends
ï‚· Wants to be part of a growing operation where they can make a real impact

Professional culinary qualifications (City & Guilds, BTEC or equivalent) are
desirable. Food Safety Level 3 and additional H&S qualifications would be advantageous.
Hours:
ï‚· Annualised hours contracts, working 2,080 hours per annum, rota-based shifts including evenings and weekends

Our Culture
At The Ancient Links Golf Company, you will:
ï‚· Put customers at the heart of everything you do.
ï‚· Be part of a team that is passionate about community benefit and heritage.
ï‚· Collaborate and innovate to deliver a world-leading golf experience.
ï‚· Commit to continuous personal and professional development.What We Offer
ï‚· A welcoming and supportive team environment
ï‚· Fair and competitive pay and benefits
ï‚· Role relevant training provided
ï‚· Opportunity to work at a well-established and respected golf club

The Ancient Links Golf Company are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex,religious belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or in a civil partnership; or whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

If you are interested in joining the new F&B team at The Ancient Links (Forfar)
Limited, please send your CV to afairlie@ancientlinksgolf.com

Potentially

Hoddom Castle Coach House - Restaurant and Bar is situated on a busy holiday park and golf course in the South of Scotland just 6 miles from Lockerbie.

We are looking for a Cook/Chef to join our close knit and friendly team.

The menus are already written and orders are taken care of. We are looking for someone come in a cook good honest food

The ideal candidate will have good experience in a similar role.

The position is available mid March through until end October .

Please send an up to date CV and references

Possible depending on their experience