Herringbone Head Chef - Herringbone Abbeyhill

Buzzworks Holdings; City of Edinburgh; Vor Ort; GBP 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

OTE £50,000 plus (Salary + Bonus + Tr-

Leadership Development Programme

Flexible working - work that works for

A Top 100 Best Companies employer

Genuine career progression within Buzz

40% staff discount across BuzzworksVen

Extra holidays for long service (1, 3,

Health & wellbeing support - wellness

Financial wellbeing perks - interest

Zusammenfassung

Buzzworks Holdings invites a talented Head Chef to lead a lively kitchen and shape the next chapter of our food story at one of our Edinburgh venues. You will oversee all kitchen operations, drive food quality, and push for creative, seasonal dishes that delight guests.

You are an experienced leader who can mentor a kitchen team, collaborate with the senior team on menus, ensure safety and cleanliness, and deliver a polished yet relaxed dining experience.

Qualifikationen

• Proven leadership of a kitchen team.
• Strong focus on food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Experience mentoring and coaching junior chefs.

Aufgaben

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations
• Lead on food quality, consistency, innovation, and presentation
• Mentor, coach, and support your team to develop and thrive
• Collaborate with the wider senior team on menu evolution
• Champion cleanliness, safety, and kitchen efficiency every day

Kenntnisse

Kitchen leadership

Food quality

Team mentorship

Menu development

Jobbeschreibung

At Herringbone, we believe in keeping things simple — delicious food, warm hospitality, and a stylish neighbourhood setting that locals love.

Inspired by the seasons and rooted in quality, our menus celebrate fresh, vibrant ingredients with modern flair. From comforting classics to beautifully crafted plates, everything we serve is about flavour, freshness, and feel-good dining.

We’re now looking for a talented Head Chef to lead our kitchen and shape the next chapter of our food story.

THE BUZZ

• OTE £50,000 plus (Salary + Bonus + Tronc ) 45 hour working week.
• Leadership Development Programme to support your growth
• Flexible working - work that works for you
• A Top 100 Best Companies employer
• Genuine career progression within Buzzworks’ award-winning group
• 40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues
• Extra holidays for long service (1, 3, and 5 years)
• Health & wellbeing support - wellness hub, discounted gym
• Financial wellbeing perks - interest-free loans, care package & Wagestream access

THE WORKS

As Head Chef, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team with precision, pride, and creativity. You'll be responsible for delivering consistently high-quality dishes, bringing fresh ideas to the table, and maintaining the relaxed but polished food experience our guests love.

YOU WILL ..

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations
• Lead on food quality, consistency, innovation, and presentation
• Mentor, coach, and support your team to develop and thrive
• Collaborate with the wider senior team on menu evolution
• Champion cleanliness, safety, and kitchen efficiency every day

This is a hands‑on role for someone who loves leading by example, bringing positive energy to service, and delivering honest, elevated food with care.

Who You Are

• An experienced Head Chef or an ambitious Sous ready to step up
• Driven by fresh produce and seasonal cooking
• Calm under pressure and consistent in delivery
• A natural leader who builds trust, motivates others, and gets stuck in
• Committed to high standards in both food and people

Ready to lead with purpose?

Buzzworks is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is key to our mission: To make people feel great through hospitality.