Sharp knives. Fast service. Big standards. We’re looking for a Sous Chef who thrives in the middle of it all.
At Murrayshall Country Estate, we’re looking for a talented and ambitious Sous Chef to join our growing culinary team.
Set within 365 acres of stunning Perthshire countryside, Murrayshall is a luxury four-star country estate entering an exciting new chapter, featuring a newly renovated restaurant, a brand new state of the art multi million pound kitchen and continued investment across the estate.
With award-winning dining, unforgettable guest experiences and big ambitions for the future, this is an incredible opportunity for a passionate chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, loves working with exceptional ingredients and wants to be part of a team raising the bar and pushing standards to the next level.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Head Chef to help lead the kitchen team, deliver exceptional food and maintain the high standards our guests expect across restaurant, events and hospitality operations.
This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who brings energy, creativity and strong kitchen organisation to every service.
You’ll play a key role in shaping menus, mentoring junior chefs and helping drive consistency, quality and innovation throughout the kitchen.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting the Head Chef with menu development and food innovation
* Leading the kitchen during service and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations
* Preparing and delivering high‑quality dishes with consistency and flair
* Training, mentoring and motivating junior kitchen team members
* Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards
* Managing stock control, ordering and minimising wastage
* Working collaboratively to create exceptional guest dining experiences
* Helping drive kitchen performance while maintaining a positive team culture
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Passionate about food and hospitality
* Calm, organised and confident under pressure
* A strong team leader with excellent communication skills
* Creative, driven and eager to contribute new ideas
* Experienced in a busy restaurant, hotel or hospitality kitchen at Sous Chef level
* Committed to high standards, consistency and attention to detail
Most importantly, you’ll bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine love for great food.
Why Join Murrayshall?
This is an exciting time to join the Estate, with continued investment across our hotel, restaurants, golf and leisure experiences.
At Murrayshall, we’re building a team that’s passionate about quality, teamwork and creating memorable experiences for every guest.
What we offer:
* From £34,000 per annum, dependent on experience
* 29 days holiday a year
* Hotel and restaurant discounts
* Free parking
* A supportive and ambitious kitchen team
* The opportunity to be part of one of Scotland’s most exciting hospitality destinations
If you’re ready for your next challenge and want to be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you. Part time or full time considered. We love being flexible at Murrayshall.
Escape the ordinary and leave behind the stress. It’s time for your retreat, an unparalleled experience where you can feel invigorated and energised.
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