Area Operations Chef

Central Office of Information; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Training development

Travel opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

Scotsman Group is seeking an Area Operations Chef to support kitchen teams across multiple sites in Scotland. You will drive consistency in food quality, lead training, and help develop menus that reflect current trends and customer preferences.

The role requires proven Head Chef or Sous Chef experience, strong leadership, and flexibility to travel between locations while upholding safety and hygiene standards. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in multi-site operation.
• Strong leadership with ability to motivate kitchen teams.
• Willingness to travel across locations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound organisational and time management abilities.
• Relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to kitchen teams across locations.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff to meet high standards.
• Assist with menu development aligned with trends and customer preferences.
• Ensure health, safety, and food hygiene standards and conduct audits.
• Address operational challenges to minimise disruption.
• Collaborate with Head Chefs, General Managers, Area Managers for seamless operations.

Skills

Head Chef

Sous Chef

Leadership

Travel flexibility

Food innovation

Communication

Organisational skills

Food hygiene certs

Education

Culinary qualifications

Food hygiene certs

Job description

About Scotsman Group

Scotsman Group is a leading hospitality operator with a diverse portfolio of bars, restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs across Scotland. Known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable experiences to our guests.

About Scotsman Group

Scotsman Group is a leading hospitality operator with a diverse portfolio of bars, restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs across Scotland. Known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional service, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable experiences to our guests.
We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Area Operations Chef to join our team. If you are passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a knack for problem-solving, this role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Responsibilities

As an Area Operations Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the kitchen teams across multiple locations. Your primary duties will include:

• Operational Support: Provide hands-on support to kitchen teams across various locations, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.
• Training & Development: Mentor and train kitchen staff, ensuring they meet the high standards set by Scotsman Group.
• Menu Development: Assist with the creation and implementation of new menus, ensuring they are in line with current food trends and customer preferences.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all kitchens adhere to health, safety, and food hygiene standards, conducting regular audits and providing feedback.
• Problem Solving: Address and resolve any operational challenges that arise, ensuring minimal disruption to service.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Head Chefs, General Managers, and Area Managers to ensure seamless kitchen operations across all sites.

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Experience: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a high-volume, multi-site operation.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire kitchen teams.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work across various locations, sometimes at short notice.
• Innovation: Passion for food and innovation, with a keen eye for detail and quality.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with staff and management.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Qualifications: Relevant culinary qualifications and food hygiene certifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: A competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career growth within a leading hospitality group.
• Training & Development: Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Travel Opportunities: The chance to work across multiple exciting locations.
• Employee Benefits: Discounts on food, beverage, and accommodation across our venues.