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Scotsman Hospitality

Scotsman Hospitality

Head Chef - Live in optional. 40k base salary plus tips and bonus structure

St Andrews On-site 5-10 yrs exp Restaurants 582 employees
Kitchen OperationsTeam LeadershipChef DevelopmentMenu DevelopmentSeasonal Menu Planning

Requirements

Candidates should have proven Head Chef experience or substantial Sous Chef experience and be ready to step up. They should demonstrate strong leadership and communication, a passion for fresh local ingredients and innovative dishes, excellent organisation and time management, and a commitment to food quality and safety.

Job Description

About Us

The Scotsman Group is Scotland’s largest and most diverse hospitality group, with a collection of over 40 venues across Scotland including bars, restaurants, hotels and more.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional dishes using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. We are looking for someone with a passion for great food, strong leadership skills, and a desire to create a memorable dining experience for every guest. Sponsorship available for the ideal candidate.

Role Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Lead and inspire a team of chefs, focusing on development and continuous improvement.
  • Create and develop exciting, seasonal menus that reflect the unique flavors of St Andrews.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in line with food safety regulations.
  • Manage food costs, inventory, and suppliers to optimise profitability.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or a seasoned Sous Chef ready to step up.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to nurture and develop talent.
  • A passion for using fresh, local ingredients and creating innovative dishes.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
  • A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety.

What We Offer

  • Live In Accommodation available.
  • Sponsorship available.
  • TRONC electronic tips – Our staff keep 100% of tips earned in venues.
  • Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
  • 30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
  • Quarterly bonus payment.
  • Hotel and Apartment discounts.
  • Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
  • Staff meals on duty.
  • Flexible working opportunities.

Next Steps

If you think the Head Chef role is for you, apply now and one of our friendly team will be in touch.

Skills

Kitchen OperationsTeam LeadershipChef DevelopmentMenu DevelopmentSeasonal Menu PlanningFood SafetyKitchen HygieneFood Cost ManagementInventory ManagementSupplier ManagementQuality ControlCommunicationOrganisationTime ManagementLocal Ingredient Sourcing

About Scotsman Hospitality

A collection of privately owned and operated businesses which focus on delivering customer experiences which challenge the status quo. Our teams help us realise our vision across a multitude of sectors including hospitality, retail & property development and design.