Herringbone Head Chef - Herringbone Abbeyhill

Buzzworks Holdings; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership Development Programme

Flexible working

40% staff discount across Buzzworks' 


Extra holidays for long service

Health & wellbeing support

Financial wellbeing perks

Wellness hub and gym discount

Job summary

Buzzworks is seeking a Head Chef for Herringbone in Edinburgh, a neighbourhood venue known for fresh, seasonal cooking and warm hospitality. You will lead a passionate kitchen team, deliver consistently high-quality dishes, and bring creative ideas to elevate the dining experience.

This hands-on role demands leadership by example, calm under pressure, and a commitment to high standards in food and people. You’ll mentor the team, shape menus with the wider senior team, and uphold cleanliness and

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or ambitious Sous ready to step up.
• Experience with fresh produce and seasonal cooking.
• Calm under pressure and delivery consistent.
• Natural leader who builds trust, motivates others and gets stuck in.

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

Kitchen leadership

Food quality management

Team mentoring

Menu development

Calm under pressure

Job description

At Herringbone, we believe in keeping things simple — delicious food, warm hospitality, and a styled 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?

If you’re ready to bring your creativity, care and leadership to one of Edinburgh’s most loved neighbourhood venues, and join Buzzworks at Herringbone.

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