Job Summary
Building lasting culinary partnerships – connecting exceptional chefs with kitchens where both can thrive.
We are seeking a passionate and talented Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the stunning Hotel & Golf Course on the Scottish Boarders. This is a rare opportunity to take charge of a prestigious and stunning Scottish property, set in 300 acres of grounds, and showcase your creativity, leadership, and culinary expertise.
What you'll do:
Lead, inspire, and develop the separate kitchen teams.
Support and deliver exceptional menus that highlight Scotland's best local and seasonal produce, from fine dining to casual bar concepts.
Uphold the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
Manage kitchen operations including stock control, budgeting, and compliance with all health & safety requirements.
Collaborate with management to deliver an outstanding guest dining experience.
What we're looking for:
Previous experience as a Head Chef ready to hit the ground running.
A proven track record in high-end hotels, resorts, or fine dining establishments.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills at large teams over 30
Passion for Scottish and seasonal local produce on a refined minimum 2AA rosette background
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment.
Someone with broad shoulders and modern vision that can handle refined plates, volume offers and knows their way around a PC system too.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary package. £45k plus tronc and super bonus structure focussed on GP/Labour and NPS
The chance to make your mark at one of Scotland's most beautiful destinations.
Scope of role that allows you to shape your career, with direct line of report to owners of the business
Working environment that strives to keep a healthy work-life balance
Beautiful working environment with large team of multiple levels and accreditations
Relocation support is offered for non local no permanent live in but a stunning guest cottage is open to relocation for 3 months should you need
Requirements
Ability to commute/relocate:
Scottish Boarders: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
** There is no opportunity of permanent live in accommodation for this role, but a relocation guest cottage is available should you need short term only
Experience:
Min 7 years of culinary experience, min 1 years as Head Chef with multi site experience
Fine dining: 1 year (required)
Min 2 rosette experience
Passion for teamwork, commitment and growth,
Licence/Certification:
Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
H&S level 2 (required)
Allergen awareness training (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
The Chef Hub is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, please contact us directly, should you have any further questions, please ask
Eligibility to Work in the UK
At The Chef Hub, we are committed to ensuring all our team members have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. As part of our recruitment process, all applicants must provide valid documentation demonstrating their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with current Home Office regulations. This may include, but is not limited to, a British or Irish passport, settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or a valid visa that permits work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £42,500.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Work Location: In person