Head Chef: Lead a Highland Hotel Kitchen Team

Harri; Tongue; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount for family on accommodation/f

Professional development opportunities

EyeMed

Cycle Scheme

Employee discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend incentive

Job summary

Highland Coast Hotels in Tongue, Scotland, invites applications for a Head Chef to lead our Varrich Restaurant and Brass Tap Bar, delivering outstanding Highland dining in a remote location.

You will own the kitchen, drive improvements from guest feedback, manage menus, rosters, stock and budgets, and ensure food safety compliance while collaborating with the Chef Committee on procurement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a hotel environment.
• Proven ability to plan menus and manage costs.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and motivate the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Own the kitchen and brigade, ensuring consistent delivery and acting on guest feedback.
• Oversee menu planning, rota management, stock control and budget control.
• Ensure hygiene compliance and liaise with the Chef Committee on procurement and supplier performance.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Rota management

Stock control

Budget control

Food safety

Communication

Team coaching

Supplier liaison

Education

Food Safety qualifications

Job description

Highland Coast Hotels in Tongue, Scotland, invites applications for a Head Chef to lead our Varrich Restaurant and Brass Tap Bar, delivering outstanding Highland dining in a remote location.

You will own the kitchen, drive improvements from guest feedback, manage menus, rosters, stock and budgets, and ensure food safety compliance while collaborating with the Chef Committee on procurement.