Head Chef - Hotel

Interaction Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in the Highlands is seeking a passionate Head Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the kitchen, creating exquisite menus with local ingredients, and managing a dedicated team. Ideal applicants should have extensive experience in a rosette kitchen and a flair for presentation. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a stunning location with a focus on high-quality food.

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef with a proven career history.
• Experience cooking within a rosette kitchen (minimum 2AA rosette).
• Passionate about exceptional local food and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Creating and evolving menus using local, seasonal ingredients.
• Fully responsible for the running of the kitchen and service.
• Leading and motivating the team to encourage a passion for food.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Job description

Head Chef, near Fort William, Scotland, up to GBP55k

Fantastic opportunity for a passionate Head Chef to join this luxury hotel in the Highlands, Scotland.

This stunning hotel has 14 bedrooms with incredible views over the surrounding countryside. Set in the Scottish Highlands, the hotel houses a rosette standard bistro offering exquisite food using the highest quality seasonal ingredients and produce. There is also a high standard Lounge menu serving exceptional food in a more casual setting. In addition, during the summer period, the hotel also has hog roasts, wild venison roasts etc in the grounds showcasing the finest Scottish ingredients.

What you ll be doing:
• Creating and evolving menus using local, seasonal ingredients
• Fully responsible for the running of the kitchen and service
• Leading and motivating the team as well as encouraging a passion for food and standard
• Involved in tastings for functions and weddings

Working hours 5/7, 45 hrs per week

We are looking for:
• an experienced Head Chef with a proven career history
• experience cooking within a rosette kitchen (min 2AA rosette)
• creativity and flair with attention to detail and presentation
• genuine passionate about exceptional local food and ingredients
• ability to lead, manage and motivate a team as well as work as a team player
• a logical and practical manner
• ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and reasonable

Interested? Then apply immediately

All candidates need to be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately sponsorship is not available at this time

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