Sous Chef

Playfair’s Restaurant is looking for an experienced sous chef to join our small team. We are a small family run business which focuses on seasonal and local produce, creating exciting and modern Scottish dishes.
As Sous Chef you will play an important role supporting the Head Chef in the day to day management of the kitchen. You will be reporting to the Head Chef who will be responsible for your daily tasks & development. You will get the opportunity to work all sections in the kitchen.
You will be fully involved in all aspects of the kitchen operation, creating daily specials, developing junior members of the team, and ensuring that all aspects of the operation comply with legislative requirements.
You will also be expected to fully deputise for the Head Chef in their absence. We’re looking for someone with strong people and operational management skills and have experience in the industry at a supervisory level.

You will have impeccable time keeping and standards, be flexible, adaptable, and have a strong passion and flair for local and seasonal food.
Experience in 1 rosette kitchens preferred however all candidate applications welcome.

Restaurant is closed Monday and Tuesday

We work straight shifts Wednesday through to Sunday (although this may vary throughout seasons depending on levels of business). This includes a lunch and dinner service.

Job type: Full time

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000

Experience in 1 rosette kitchens at a supervisory level is preferred however all candidate applications welcome.

Please apply to Duncan McLachlan, Head Chef with a copy of your CV and reference details

Tel: 01334 472 970

Yes - housekeeping available