Head Chef

Scotsman; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Scotland is seeking a passionate Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dishes with fresh, local ingredients. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food quality and safety. This position offers electronic tips, flexible working opportunities, and discounts across venues, ensuring a memorable dining experience for every guest.

Benefits

TRONC electronic tips

Wagestream

30% off food and cinema tickets

Quarterly bonus payment

Hotel and Apartment discounts

Access to Scotsman Perks Benefits Portal

Staff meals on duty

Flexible working opportunities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Head Office Development Days

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or seasoned Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Strong leadership and communication skills 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of quality.
• Lead and inspire a team of chefs, focusing on development and improvement.
• Create and develop exciting, seasonal menus reflecting regional flavors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and suppliers to optimise profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Time-management

Passion for local ingredients

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.

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

• 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.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Head Office Development Days

Next Steps

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