Head Chef Designate — Lead Culinary Team & Growth

Chop Grill & Bar; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chop Grill & Bar in United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef Designate to lead our culinary team and drive exceptional kitchen operations. You will shape menus, mentor staff, and ensure profitability while upholding quality and hospitality standards.

The role emphasizes developing leaders, overseeing hiring and scheduling, and collaborating with senior culinary leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences across UK openings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years leading a culinary team in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong business sense with food cost and scheduling.
• Proven leadership to develop staff into leaders.
• Passion for high-quality food.
• Energetic, upbeat, and ambitious.
• Excellent communication and patience.
• Able to balance cost with quality in daily ops.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary operations with inspirational leadership and culture.
• Oversee hiring/training/scheduling for all culinary roles.
• Collaborate with Regional Chef to drive daily operations.
• Maximize profitability through strong leadership and mentorship.
• Ensure top food quality and development of culinary skills.
• Identify and develop high-potential team members into leaders.
• Balance fresh ingredients with cost efficiency in daily ops.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Mentorship

Food quality

Inventory management

Hiring

Communication

Job description

Chop Grill & Bar in United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef Designate to lead our culinary team and drive exceptional kitchen operations. You will shape menus, mentor staff, and ensure profitability while upholding quality and hospitality standards.

The role emphasizes developing leaders, overseeing hiring and scheduling, and collaborating with senior culinary leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences across UK openings.