Group Executive Chef

BaxterStorey; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Regional Executive Head Chef in Edinburgh, where you will lead a flagship operation encompassing retail, hospitality, and fine dining. This role emphasizes exceptional food quality and customer service, offering an exciting opportunity to innovate and create menus that celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients. With a commitment to professional development and an inclusive culture, this position is perfect for a passionate culinary leader ready to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Bespoke training and development opportunities

Pension scheme

Discounts via HAPI app

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a multi-site role.
• Hands-on leadership skills with a focus on team development.
• Strong knowledge of current food trends and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee flagship operations including retail, hospitality, and fine dining.
• Foster strong relationships with teams to ensure excellent service.
• Develop innovative and creative menus based on local ingredients.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Financial Acumen

Knowledge of Health & Safety Standards

Menu Development

Job description

Group Executive Chef - Come be a part of the food revolution!

Salary - £60,000 - £65,000 per annum with Monday to Friday working hours!

We are recruiting a Regional Executive Head Chef for an exclusive contract based in Edinburgh with periodic travel!

Join a newly structured team overseeing a flagship operation in Edinburgh that includes Retail, Hospitality, Hotel, and Fine Dining across multiple sites. The retail arm features a modern restaurant, premium sandwich concept, and beverage bar. The hospitality arm includes a 70-bedroom hotel, a 300-capacity conference centre, and various hospitality locations with breakout areas. The team is energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about their work!

Company Description

We have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams for nearly 20 years across diverse locations such as offices, stadiums, cathedrals, and universities. Our goal is to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences to every customer and guest.

Job Description

The core of our business is our people, and we are seeking an experienced Regional Executive Head Chef with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our prestigious corporate setting.

As Regional Executive Head Chef, your focus will be to work closely with your teams to foster strong relationships and deliver excellent customer service. You should have excellent presentation, organizational, and communication skills, a passion for food and service, and enthusiasm.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Head Chef in a multi-site or regional role responsible for all food-related matters.
• Hands-on leadership skills, with the ability to develop and invest in your team.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal, locally sourced food, with innovative and creative menu development driven by excellence.
• Financial acumen, including understanding GP calculations, and good IT literacy.
• Outgoing, vibrant personality with a passion for food and customer service.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable working in both corporate and creative food environments.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety standards.
• Innovative, creative, and driven by excellence.
• Up-to-date with current food trends.

Additional Information

• Salary: £60,000-£65,000 per annum
• Working days: Monday to Friday
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Discounts via HAPI app, including high street shops, holidays, and cinemas

We are committed to creating an inclusive working culture and supporting our team’s career development. If you’re ready to make a significant impact in the hospitality industry, apply today. Learn more about us at our website.