Executive Head Chef

Description

• Team Leadership: Lead, train, and develop a team of head chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Supplier Relationships: Work closely with suppliers to source the best local produce and maintain strong relationships that align with the Group's sustainability goals.
• Customer Experience: Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests, aligning the kitchen’s performance with customer expectations.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple kitchens, ensuring high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service are consistently met.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all kitchens comply with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, and that all staff are fully trained in best practices.
• Menu Development: Create and implement innovative menus that reflect Scotsman Group's commitment to quality and showcase the best of Scottish ingredients.
• Financial Management: Manage food costs, inventory, and budgets to ensure profitability while maintaining the highest standards of food quality.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or Head Chef in a high-volume, multi-site operation.
• A strong background in Scottish and modern British cuisine, with a passion for local ingredients.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing food costs and budgets.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve excellence.
• A flexible, adaptable approach to work, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• A commitment to sustainability, with experience in sourcing and using seasonal, local ingredients.

Benefits

• 30% off of food and cinema tickets in all of our venues across Scotland.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• Career development through our Scotsman Steps training programme.
• Head Office Development Days.
• Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Hotel and Apartment discounts.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance