Chef Work, Jobs in Oban (with Salaries)

Head Chef
Perle Hotels Ltd. —Oban
- £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Breakfast Chef
Perle Hotels Ltd. —Oban
- £14 - £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Chef de Partie
Perle Hotels Ltd. —Oban
- £14 - £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Experienced Peri Peri Chicken & German Chicken Shawarma Chef
Moeltlicious —Oban
- From £32,000 a month
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Experienced Pizza & American Hot Chicken Chef
Meltlicious Oban —Oban
- From £32,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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SOUS CHEF
Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd —Cairndow
- £34,320 - £35,360 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Chef de Partie
Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd —Cairndow
- £31,200 - £32,240 a year
- Temporary
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Cooking
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Chef de Partie
Kingshouse Hotel —Ballachulish
- Up to £13.88 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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EXECUTIVE HEAD CHEF
Isle of Eriska Hotel —Connel
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Chef De Partie
Isle of Eriska Hotel —Connel
- English
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Chef de Partie - live in available
Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa —Isle Of Mull
- Up to £31,500 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Employee assistance programme
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Chef de Partie
Great Western —Oban
- Full-time
- Hotel
- Restaurant
- Resort
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Chef de Partie
The Glencoe Inn —Ballachulish
- £15 an hour
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Employee assistance programme
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Breakfast Chef
Perle Hotels Ltd. —Oban
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with fresh, local produce, this could be the perfect role for you. "Refer a Friend" bonus scheme.
£14 - £15 an hour
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Mhor 84 Motel —Lochearnhead
We are recruiting for an experienced chef who has experience of working in a fast paced hotel environment on breakfast. Dedicated and excellent team player.
£14.50 an hour
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Head Chef

Perle Hotels Ltd. -
Oban

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£45,000 a year

Benefits

Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Cooking
Sustainable sourcing
Food Hygiene Certificate
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
Leadership
Restaurant experience
Communication skills

Full job description

Head Chef - Oban Brasserie

Perle Oban Hotel | Oban, Scotland

Salary: £45,000 + performance bonus (up to 5%) + tips & service charge

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Accommodation: Subsidised accommodation available

Lead a Kitchen. Shape a Destination.

Perle Hotels are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to take the culinary helm at Oban Brasserie, located within the beautiful Perle Oban Hotel on Scotland's west coast.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a hands-on, inspirational chef who wants to lead from the front, champion local Scottish produce, and build a kitchen culture rooted in pride, creativity, and excellence.

You'll have the freedom to create menus that reflect Oban Brasserie's identity, the responsibility to lead and mentor a talented brigade, and the support of a collaborative hotel leadership team that values food as a core part of the guest experience.

What We Offer

£45,000 salary + up to 5% bonus
Share of tips & 10% service charge
Subsidised accommodation
28 days holiday + time off in lieu (TOIL)
Pension scheme & staff benefits such as hotel & F&B discounts
Career progression opportunities within Perle Hotels

What You'll Be Doing

Kitchen Leadership

Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing kitchen team
Lead services with consistency, calmness, and high standards
Develop future culinary talent through coaching and mentoring

Menu & Creativity

Create seasonal menus celebrating Scotland's local larder
Balance creativity with commercial awareness
Introduce specials, themed menus, and new dining experiences

Operations & Financial Control

Manage food costs, GP margins, stock, and supplier relationships
Reduce waste and ensure efficient kitchen operations
Work closely with hotel management to meet financial targets

Standards & Compliance

Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
Ensure full compliance with allergen, health & safety regulations

Collaboration & Guest Experience

Work closely with front-of-house to deliver seamless service
Engage with guests and respond to feedback
Support wider hotel initiatives and events

About You

Essential

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
Strong leadership and communication skills
Creative, organised, and commercially minded
Passionate about Scottish produce and contemporary cuisine
Calm and motivating under pressure
Level 3 Food Hygiene (or equivalent)

Desirable

Experience in boutique hotels or quality restaurants
Knowledge of local suppliers and sustainable sourcing
Confidence working closely with front-of-house teams

Perle Oban - Oban, Argyll

Located on Oban's seafront, Perle Oban Hotel & Spa is a striking Victorian building overlooking the harbour and islands beyond. This four-star hotel combines period features with contemporary design, offering guests stylish rooms and relaxed luxury. Dining is centred around the Oban Brasserie, serving Scottish classics and seasonal seafood, while the in-house Mara Spa provides a haven of relaxation in the heart of the "Gateway to the Isles."

Why Oban Brasserie?

This is your chance to lead a kitchen that celebrates place, produce, and people - in one of Scotland's most beautiful coastal towns, within a hotel group that values individuality, quality, and ambition.

About Perle Hotels

Perle Hotels is a small luxury hotel group dedicated to modern Scottish hospitality in some of the country's most breathtaking locations. Each of our hotels has been lovingly restored and reimagined, blending contemporary design with authentic Highland character. We believe in creating memorable guest experiences through warm service, a focus on local produce, and a deep connection to our communities.

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