Location: The Broadstraik Inn
Hours: Full-time
Pay: From £16 per hour, dependent on experience
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years’ previous Head Chef experience
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Head Chef with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Head Chef role. You will need to be a confident kitchen leader with strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergens and kitchen compliance, and have the ability to lead and motivate a busy kitchen team while maintaining consistently high standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join The Broadstraik Inn, a family-run Restaurant and Bar serving a traditional Scottish menu alongside popular pub classics.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in their work and is confident overseeing the day-to-day running of a busy kitchen.
Key Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ previous experience as a Head Chef
- Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team
- Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergens and kitchen compliance
- Experience managing a busy kitchen and working effectively under pressure
- Passion for producing high-quality, consistent food
- Strong organisational skills with a reliable and professional approach
- Ability to lead by example and maintain high standards
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the kitchen
- Lead, train, supervise and develop members of the kitchen team
- Create and develop menu items while maintaining the quality and consistency of our existing offering
- Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to a consistently high standard
- Work closely with management to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Monitor stock levels and manage ordering of food and kitchen supplies
- Maintain effective stock control and minimise waste
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and operated in accordance with food hygiene and health & safety requirements
- Ensure all allergen and kitchen compliance procedures are followed
- Maintain a positive, professional and well-organised working environment
About The Broadstraik Inn
We are a family-run Restaurant and Bar serving traditional Scottish dishes alongside favourite pub classics.
Food is served daily in our restaurant:
- Friday & Saturday: 12pm – 9pm
- Sunday – Thursday: 12pm – 8pm
What We Offer
- From £16 per hour, dependent on experience
- Accommodation available if required
- Free staff meals while on shift
- Share of weekly tips
- Free parking
- The opportunity to join a friendly, family-run business
If you are an experienced Head Chef who takes pride in your food, enjoys leading a team and is ready to take responsibility for a busy kitchen, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Head Chef: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
