Sous Chef

Search Consultancy; Dundee; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious golf destination and hotel is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join their award-winning culinary team. This role offers an opportunity to work in a high-performing kitchen, delivering exceptional cuisine in a stunning environment. The position includes a competitive salary, gratuities, and various employee benefits, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about culinary excellence.

Benefits

Monthly gratuities

Free 7-day golf season ticket

Free uniform and meals on shift

31 days holiday allowance

Matched workplace pension up to 10%

3x death in service assurance

20% discount at The Rookery restaurant

35% discount in the Pro Shop

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Extensive trade experience and on-the-job development required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team.
• Deliver refined, seasonal cuisine.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

Skills

Modern culinary techniques

Leadership

Business acumen

Food cost control

Culinary creativity

Cleanliness

Calm under pressure

Coaching

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

Job description

Sous Chef - Prestigious Golf Destination & Hotel
Location: Dundee, Scotland
Schedule: 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis
Salary: £36,000 per annum + monthly gratuities

Are you a talented and ambitious Sous Chef ready to bring your skills to one of Scotland's most iconic golf and hospitality destinations?

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client - a luxury hotel and world-renowned golf resort near Dundee - for a Sous Chef to join their award-winning culinary team on a permanent basis.

This is your chance to be part of a high-performing kitchen that delivers refined, seasonal cuisine to guests from around the globe in a breathtaking setting.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills & Behaviours:

• Up-to-date with modern culinary techniques

• Experience in high-end restaurants and a senior kitchen role

• Ability to lead, manage, and inspire a team

• Strong business acumen and awareness of food cost control

• A passion for delivering excellence and culinary creativity

• High standards of cleanliness and kitchen presentation

• Calm under pressure and consistently high performance

• Ability to coach and support junior team members

Required Qualifications:

• NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery

• Evidence of extensive trade experience and on-the-job development

What's in It for You:

• £36,000 salary plus monthly gratuities based on hours worked

• Rota-based schedule: 5 days out of 7

• Christmas Day and New Year's Day off

• Free 7-day, 3-course golf season ticket after probation - enjoy one of the world's best golf courses

• Free uniform and meals on shift

• 31 days holiday allowance (pro rata)

• Matched workplace pension up to 10%

• 3x death in service assurance

• 20% discount at The Rookery restaurant

• 35% discount in the Pro Shop

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Two-week closure in January for a guaranteed winter break

• Free on-site parking

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional food, ready to grow your career, and thrive in a stunning, supportive environment - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a destination that blends culinary excellence with world-class hospitality.

Contact Ashleigh NOW on [e-mail] with an up to date CV!

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