Executive Head Chef

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an Executive Head Chef for a high-profile gastro pub in Scarborough. The role involves leading a busy kitchen team, crafting seasonal menus, managing costs, and ensuring food quality. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of leadership experience in a quality-driven environment, possess strong financial control skills, and have a passion for local produce. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 10% of salary

Tips distributed to team

Staff discounts

Ongoing training and career development

Employee assistance programme

Workplace pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Executive Head Chef or Head Chef
• Strong background in team leadership and stock management
• Organised and calm under pressure with a track record in consistency

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes
• Create seasonal menus showcasing local produce
• Manage kitchen budgets and cost control

Skills

Team leadership

Stock management

Financial control

Creativity

People management

Education

Food Hygiene Level 3

Job description

Job Title: Executive Head Chef – Gastro Pub & Accommodation
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Permanent

We’re recruiting an experienced and ambitious Executive Head Chef to take the lead at a high-profile gastro pub and boutique accommodation venue in the Scarborough area.
With a busy restaurant offering 80+ covers alongside boutique rooms and self-catering cottages. The restaurant serves some 600 dining covers per week and is a key destination for both locals and visitors. The menu is an eclectic mix of ‘Yorkshire Tapas’, small plates, main dishes and desserts. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a thriving business with further development plans already underway.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes.
• Creating seasonal menus that showcase local produce and meet brand standards.
• Managing kitchen budgets, GP, and cost control.
• Overseeing stock, suppliers, and wastage to maximise efficiency.
• Training, mentoring, and inspiring your team to perform at their best.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance.
• Playing a hands-on role in service to guarantee quality and guest satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working as an Executive Head Chef (or an experienced Head Chef ready to step up) in a quality-driven gastro pub, restaurant, or hotel.
• Strong background in team leadership, stock management, and financial control.
• Organised and calm under pressure, with a track record in delivering consistency at volume.
• A creative chef with a passion for local, seasonal produce.
• Excellent communicator with proven people management skills.
• Relevant catering qualifications, including Food Hygiene Level 3 (minimum).

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary £40,000 – £50,000
• Annual bonus up to 10% of salary
• Tips, 100% of gratuities are distributed to our teams every pay period.
• Staff discounts across the group.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Uniform provided.
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Opportunity to lead in a well-regarded and established venue with real scope for progression.

Please contact Kate on 01723 500643 or [e-mail]