Head Chef – Perthshire

PRS Jobs; Perth; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Service charge

Job summary

PRS (Phoenix Resourcing Services) is seeking a Head Chef for a prestigious luxury resort hotel operation in Scotland. You will oversee all aspects of cooking, menu planning, and quality control, leading an experienced brigade to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role is based in Perthshire with a live-in option. The successful candidate will possess at least 5 years in a similar role, strong leadership, and a creative approach to developing seasonal, bold dishes in a luxury

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Comprehensive understanding of cooking techniques and a creative approach to developing innovative dishes using seasonal ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a team in a luxury environment.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality cuisine and excellence in all aspects of the role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of cooking, including menu planning and execution.
• Lead and develop a brigade to meet luxury standards and consistency.
• Maintain highest quality, presentation and tasting standards across dishes.
• Collaborate with head operations to innovate menus using seasonal ingredients.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Team management

Quality standards

Job description

PRS are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Chef to join a prestigious restaurant operation within one of the leading luxury resort hotels in Scotland. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of cooking, including menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency by managing an experienced and enthusiastic brigade who understand the standards expected.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for high culinary standards and a proven track record of delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Based in Perthshire with a live in opportunity, the salary for this position is £54,000 per annum, with an additional £5,000 service charge that is a conservative estimate and expected to be higher. There re also further benefits that can be discussed on application.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, with a comprehensive understanding of cooking techniques and a creative approach to developing innovative dishes using seasonal ingredients with bold flavours. Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a team are crucial for success in this role. A proven track record of delivering high-quality, cuisine in a luxury environment is essential. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for food and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of their work.

PRS are an equal opportunities employer.
Rosh Kumar