Head Chef - Live in optional. 40k base salary plus tips and bonus structure

Scotsman Hospitality; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live In Accommodation

Sponsorship available

TRONC tips

Wagestream

Food & cinema discounts

Quarterly bonus

Hotel & Apartment discounts

Perks portal access

Staff meals

Flexible working

Job summary

The Scotsman Group in St Andrews is actively seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, delivering exceptional dishes with locally sourced ingredients and guiding a talented team to maintain top quality and safety standards.

Live-in accommodation is available, sponsorship is offered for the ideal candidate, and staff benefit from TRONC tips, Wagestream options, and generous venue discounts across Scotland.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or a seasoned Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to nurture and develop talent.
• A passion for using fresh, local ingredients and creating innovative dishes.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest 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 that reflect the unique flavors of St Andrews.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in line with food safety regulations.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and suppliers to optimise profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Local ingredients

Time management

Quality & safety

Job description

About Us

The Scotsman Group is Scotland’s largest and most diverse hospitality group, with a collection of over 40 venues across Scotland including bars, restaurants, hotels and more.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional dishes using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. We are looking for someone with a passion for great food, strong leadership skills, and a desire to create a memorable dining experience for every guest. Sponsorship available for the ideal candidate.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of 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 that reflect the unique flavors of St Andrews.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in line with food safety regulations.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and suppliers to optimise profitability.

The Person

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or a seasoned Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to nurture and develop talent.
• A passion for using fresh, local ingredients and creating innovative dishes.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

What We Offer

• Live In Accommodation available.
• Sponsorship available.
• TRONC electronic tips – Our staff keep 100% of tips earned in venues.
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
• Quarterly bonus payment.
• Hotel and Apartment discounts.
• Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Flexible working opportunities.