Head Chef: Lead Culinary Team • £40k + 28 Days Holiday

Baxterstorey; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension

Bespoke training

HAPI discounts

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Dunfermline is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and inspire a strong, capable team. You will shape menus, manage costs, and drive service quality across a seven-day operation, delivering outstanding hospitality.

The role offers a £40,000 salary per annum, 28 days holiday, bespoke training, and a pension. You will supervise, develop staff, and work closely with the General Manager to achieve client objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef in a high-paced food service environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Strong financial acumen and cost control.
• Excellent communication with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet financial targets set with the client within budget.
• Supervise staff, conduct appraisals, identify training needs.
• Hold regular team meetings to communicate targets and standards.
• Collaborate with General Manager to manage budgets and food costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Cost management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Job description

BaxterStorey in Dunfermline is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and inspire a strong, capable team. You will shape menus, manage costs, and drive service quality across a seven-day operation, delivering outstanding hospitality.

The role offers a £40,000 salary per annum, 28 days holiday, bespoke training, and a pension. You will supervise, develop staff, and work closely with the General Manager to achieve client objectives.