Head Chef - Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Menu Innovation

RAD Hotel Group; West Kilbride; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across RAD Hotel Group Venes

Complimentary Hydro Health Club access

Staff meal on duty

Uniform provided

Length of service awards

Birthday incentive

Job summary

RAD Hotel Group's Seamill Hydro Hotel is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen across outlets including Tides Restaurant and Sirens Champagne Bar. You will drive culinary standards, mentor the team, and deliver exceptional dining experiences, reporting to the Senior Head Chef and Executive Chef.

We are seeking a hands-on leader with a passion for food, high-volume operation, and strong skills in menu development, food costing, stock control, and food safety.

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef or senior sous chef experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Hands-on leadership style with ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu development, food costing, and stock control.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the kitchen across outlets.
• Collaborate with Senior Head Chef and Executive Chef on standards and vision.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal innovation for Seamill Hydro.
• Train, develop and manage kitchen staff; ensure food safety and hygiene.
• Manage stock control, purchasing, GP, waste, and costs.
• Support wider hotel management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leading a kitchen team

High-volume kitchen experience

Menu development

Food costing & GP management

Stock control

Food safety & allergen knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Hands-on leadership

Job description

RAD Hotel Group's Seamill Hydro Hotel is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen across outlets including Tides Restaurant and Sirens Champagne Bar. You will drive culinary standards, mentor the team, and deliver exceptional dining experiences, reporting to the Senior Head Chef and Executive Chef.

We are seeking a hands-on leader with a passion for food, high-volume operation, and strong skills in menu development, food costing, stock control, and food safety.