Head Chef, The Crieff Food Company

KLONDYKE GROUP LIMITED; Crieff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Full Time Head Chef for The Crieff Food Company. Drive the kitchen operations, lead a team to produce high-quality food, and maintain hygiene standards while ensuring a work-life balance with no evening shifts. Join a vibrant team and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Healthy work/life balance with no evening work

Access to retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Successful experience as a Head Chef managing a large team.
• Knowledgeable in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety requirements.
• Commercially aware to achieve sales and profit targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of the kitchen and manage kitchen team.
• Plan menus and monitor stock levels.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to drive sales and maintain standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Hygiene

Customer Service

Team Management

Planning

Job description

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Client:

KLONDYKE GROUP LIMITED

Location:

Crieff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Full Time Permanent Head Chef to join the team in The Crieff Food Company.

Our competitive salary is dependant on experience.

The hours for this role are 45 hours over 5 days. All positions include weekend working so flexibility is a must. However, we have the added benefit of no evening work and no split shifts. Our centre is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day, which means time with the family on these important days.

The Role

As the Head Chef, you will lead the team in all areas of food production. A true foodie, you will bring your personality to the kitchen, inspiring and motivating your team to produce freshly cooked, fabulous food.

Along with the Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the overall restaurant operation to drive sales, maintain operating standards, develop the restaurant team, and deliver a fantastic experience for our customers.

What you will be doing as a Head Chef?

• Lead the daily operation of the kitchen; you will be ‘hands on’.
• Plan menus and daily specials within the company framework.
• Plan and manage the chef and kitchen team in the preparation of all meals.
• Monitor stock levels, manage stock orders, and carry out weekly stock counts to ensure GP targets are achieved.
• Manage the cleaning of equipment and working areas to the highest food hygiene standards.
• Plan rotas and holidays to meet service level requirements.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to achieve the highest standards, service, and sales.

What makes you our perfect Head Chef?

• Successful and experienced Head Chef with the ability to manage a large team and significant peaks in service.
• Friendly, with an engaging personality and a genuine love for customer service.
• Strong communicator who can motivate and develop their team to deliver with enthusiasm and great personality.
• Knowledgeable in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety requirements.
• Commercially aware to achieve sales and profit targets.
• Passion for delivering the highest quality food and service.

The benefits!

• Competitive rates of pay
• Healthy work/life balance with no evening work
• Access to hundreds of retail and lifestyle experiences and discounts