Herringbone Head Chef - Herringbone Abbeyhill

Buzzworks Holdings; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus & Tronc

Flexible working

Top 100 Best Companies employer

Staff discounts 40%

Wellbeing support

Leadership development

Job summary

Buzzworks Holdings in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a passionate kitchen team, delivering high-quality dishes with fresh ideas and seasonal flair in a relaxed yet polished dining setting. You will oversee kitchen operations, drive food quality and presentation, mentor and develop your team, collaborate on menus, and champion cleanliness and safety every day.

The role also offers leadership development, flexible working, and strong progression opportunities within

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or ready to step up as Sous
• Passion for fresh produce and seasonal cooking
• Ability to lead under pressure and deliver consistently
• Natural leader who inspires and develops others
• Commitment to high standards in food and people

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Fresh produce

Calm under pressure

Team motivation

Job description

At Herringbone, we believe in keeping things simple with 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.

The Buzz

• OTE £55,000 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
• Stream App, to support with savings and retail discounts
• 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

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

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.