Sous Chef

RAD Hotel Group; Troon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Discount across RAD Hotel Group venues

Career development opportunities

Fresh chef whites provided

Birthday incentive

Length of service awards

Four weekly Tronc payments

Job summary

Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa, part of the RAD Hotel Group, seeks a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef to join its prestigious kitchen. You will support the Head Chef, uphold Rosette standards, and help deliver refined seasonal dishes using Scotland's finest ingredients.

Join Ayrshire’s luxury dining team, develop menus, mentor staff, and contribute to events and weddings in a dynamic, high-standard environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef within a quality hotel or restaurant.
• Experience in a Rosette-standard kitchen.
• Passion for high-quality food using seasonal Scottish ingredients.
• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Experience with procurement systems advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and commitment to guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day running of the kitchen and food preparation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and hygiene.
• Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen brigade; cover Head Chef when absent.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and maintaining an efficient, well-organised kitchen.
• Develop seasonal menus showcasing modern Scottish cuisine with Rosette-standard presentation.
• Ensure exceptional standards across restaurant service, weddings, and events.

Skills

Rosette experience

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food quality

Seasonal menus development

High standards of hygiene

Procurement systems (advantageous)

Job description

Sous Chef

Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa

Full-Time

We are seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to take the next step in their career to join the culinary team at Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious chef with Rosette experience to help deliver exceptional dining experiences at one of Ayrshire's finest luxury hotels.

Now proudly part of the award-winning RAD Hotel Group, Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa is renowned for its elegant dining, luxury accommodation, beautiful grounds, weddings, and outstanding hospitality. Working alongside an experienced Head Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering refined, seasonal dishes that showcase the very best of Scotland's exceptional local produce.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and food preparation.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and hygiene.
• Help lead, train, and inspire the kitchen brigade, taking responsibility in the Head Chef's absence.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and maintaining an efficient, well‑organised kitchen.
• Contribute to the development of seasonal menus, showcasing modern Scottish cuisine with a focus on quality ingredients and Rosette-standard presentation.
• Ensure exceptional standards are maintained across restaurant service, private dining, weddings, and events.

What We'll Offer You:

• Highly competitive salary (DOE)
• Four weekly Tronc payments
• Career development opportunities within the award‑winning RAD Hotel Group
• Discount across all RAD Hotel Group venues, including dining, stays, spa and more!
• Weekly pay
• The opportunity to work in one of Ayrshire’s most prestigious hotel kitchens
• A supportive, professional, and ambitious working environment
• Fresh chef whites provided
• Birthday incentive
• Length of service awards

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef within a quality hotel or restaurant.
• Experience working in aRosette-standard kitchenis essential.
• A genuine passion for producing high-quality food using the finest seasonal Scottish ingredients.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a busy kitchen team.
• Experience with procurement systems would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.