Head Chef

Stafffinders' Client; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious venue in Argyll & Bute seeks a Head Chef to lead its kitchen. The ideal candidate will have fine-dining experience and a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities include menu design, team leadership, and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. This role offers a competitive salary and various perks, including a supportive management team and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Enhanced company pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Complimentary meals during shifts

Staff accommodation options available

Free on-site parking

Tips and gratuities

Company-exclusive discounts

Supportive and collaborative management team

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef experience in a rosette or fine-dining venue.
• Proven ability to lead, train and develop high-performing kitchen teams.
• A commitment to culinary excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing multiple kitchen teams and maintaining 5-star standards.
• Designing innovative menus using locally sourced Scottish produce.
• Managing food costings and budgets, exceeding financial targets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Organisational skills

Financial management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Head Chef – Argyll & Bute – £50,000 per annum

Lead the Kitchen. Inspire Excellence. Create unforgettable dining experiences in a 5-star setting.

We’re on the lookout for a Head Chef with a flair for innovation and a passion for exceptional cuisine. Think you’ve got what it takes? Read on.

About you

You’re a seasoned chef with experience in multi-rosette or fine-dining environments. You know how to lead a team, build a kitchen culture centred on quality, and push creative boundaries with every dish. Strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail are second nature to you. If you’ve got a track record of delivering excellence in high-pressure environments and know how to get the best out of a team, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing in this role

• Overseeing multiple kitchen teams and maintaining 5-star presentation and preparation standards
• Designing and developing innovative menus using locally sourced Scottish produce
• Leading training and development initiatives to build a skilled and motivated kitchen brigade
• Managing food costings and budgets, meeting and exceeding financial targets
• Ensuring consistency, safety, and quality across all service areas
• Collaborating with senior management to drive the venue’s culinary reputation forward
• Maintaining compliance with health and hygiene standards
• Playing a key role in guest satisfaction and creating memorable dining experiences

What you’ll get

• A competitive salary of £50,000 per annum
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement to help you recharge
• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Staff accommodation options available
• Free on-site parking
• Tips and gratuities
• Company-exclusive discounts
• Supportive and collaborative management team

Your skills

• Previous Head Chef experience in a rosette or fine-dining venue
• Proven ability to lead, train and develop high-performing kitchen teams
• Strong organisational and financial management skills
• Creativity and a passion for working with seasonal, local ingredients
• A high standard of food safety and hygiene knowledge
• Excellent communication and leadership qualities
• A commitment to culinary excellence and innovation

If you’re ready to bring your talent to a prestigious kitchen in a breathtaking setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now!

Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.

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