Lead Head Chef - 5-Day Week, Loch Fyne Hotel

Rapidstart; Cairndow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

5-day week

Ownership of kitchen

Supportive environment

Highland setting

Job summary

Rapidstart in Cairndow, Argyll, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to take full control of the kitchen at a small rural hotel by Loch Fyne, with a live-in possibility.

Lead the kitchen team, create and deliver high-quality dishes, manage ordering and stock, and uphold hygiene and presentation to exacting standards.

The role is a 5-day week with a competitive salary based on experience, and offers ownership of the kitchen and a chance to shape the hotel’s Highland offering.

Qualifications

• An experienced chef with a strong background.
• Passionate about quality food and excellent presentation.
• Confident in managing a kitchen and leading a team.
• Organised and knowledgeable about ordering and stock control.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Reliable, professional and hands-on.
• Creative and enthusiastic about developing a quality food offering.

Responsibilities

• Taking full control and responsibility for the kitchen
• Leading and managing the kitchen team
• Creating and delivering high-quality dishes
• Maintaining consistently high food standards and presentation
• Managing food ordering and stock levels
• Controlling food costs and minimising waste
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards
• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and effectively
• Developing and maintaining a strong, consistent food offering

Job description

Rapidstart in Cairndow, Argyll, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to take full control of the kitchen at a small rural hotel by Loch Fyne, with a live-in possibility.

Lead the kitchen team, create and deliver high-quality dishes, manage ordering and stock, and uphold hygiene and presentation to exacting standards.

The role is a 5-day week with a competitive salary based on experience, and offers ownership of the kitchen and a chance to shape the hotel’s Highland offering.