Head Chef: Lead Menus, Inspire Team & Elevate Dining

Scotsman Hospitality; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals on duty

Flexible working opportunities

Quarterly bonus

Hotel and apartment discounts

Wagestream pay access

Tips kept by staff

Job summary

The Scotsman Group in St Andrews invites applications for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen, delivering exceptional dishes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You will guide a team of chefs, shape menus, and ensure top-tier food safety and quality.

You will oversee kitchen operations, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement to create memorable guest experiences across our venues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or senior Sous Chef with leadership responsibility.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor a team.
• Passion for using fresh, local ingredients and creating innovative dishes.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Lead and inspire a team of chefs, focusing on development and continuous improvement.
• Create and develop exciting, seasonal menus reflecting local flavours of St Andrews.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen in line with food safety regulations.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and suppliers to optimise profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Food safety

Menu development

Job description

The Scotsman Group in St Andrews invites applications for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen, delivering exceptional dishes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You will guide a team of chefs, shape menus, and ensure top-tier food safety and quality.

You will oversee kitchen operations, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement to create memorable guest experiences across our venues.