Head Chef

Signature Pub Group Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to elevate a local pub's culinary offerings. This role involves leading a tight-knit team, creating innovative menus with the best Scottish produce, and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for loyal customers. With a focus on creativity and leadership, this position is perfect for an experienced chef ready to take on new challenges. Enjoy a supportive environment with training, staff discounts, and a commitment to work-life balance. If you have the flair and dedication to inspire others, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Staff discount (25% to 50%)

Quarterly performance-related bonus

Two-week rota in advance

Christmas Day off

Day off for your birthday

Access to Senior Chef Development program

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef.
• Ability to design and execute menus with seasonal ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team with enthusiasm.
• Develop and refresh menus twice a year.

Skills

Menu Development

Creativity

Team Leadership

Passion for Scottish Produce

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Head Chef, The Fountain, £35,500 Basic, OTE £42,000
Permanent, 45hr Contract, No Split Shifts

“A real pub, with a modern twist”

This Is your opportunity to take a local’s bar to new heights. The Fountain serves up traditional British foods made from locally sourced seasonal ingredients. We believe in being the best in class and as such, we only work with the best produce.

Given our base of repeat, local customers, it’s important to us that our Head Chef will be creative in developing menus and passionate about offering unique specials. We re-fresh our menus twice a year, it’s vital the successful candidate can design & execute new menus. Our customers come for the look & feel but stay for the outstanding food & drink on offer.

It’s a tight team, the successful candidate will be someone passionate who leads from the front. This position would suit an experienced Head Chef looking to take a new challenge, or an experienced Sous Chef wanting their first Head Chef appointment.

We want someone to:

· Inspire the team and lead with enthusiasm

· Bring passion and flare to the role

· Deliver results and celebrate the successes

· & of course, serve up the best Scottish produce!

What you’ll get from us:

You’ll get all the training, guidance and support you need from our Exec Chef Team & Senior Management Team. Most importantly you’ll get:

·£35,500Basic Salary, Tips & Tronc, Quarterly Performance Related Bonus.OTEof£42,000

· Staff discount ranging from 25% to 50%; 25% Cold Town Beer discount (that’s ours!)

· Rota’s Two-Weeks in Advance, Staff Parties, Christmas Day off & Day off for your Birthday!

· Access to our internal Senior Chef Development programme

We look after our team and provide access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Signature Group believes in promoting a healthy work / life balance.

Applying:

If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply today by sending in your CV including why you think you would be a great fit for the role.

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