We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to join our talented culinary team at Seamill Hydro Hotel. Reporting to the Senior Head Chef and Executive Chef, you will play a key role in leading the day-to-day kitchen operation and delivering exceptional dining experiences across the hotel, including our recently renovated Tides Restaurant.
At RAD Hotel Group, we pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences through exceptional hospitality, distinctive venues, and a commitment to excellence. Our award-winning collection of hotels and venues across Scotland each have their own unique personality, but all share the same RAD values: quality, passion, and genuine care for our guests and people.
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards across all food outlets.
- Work closely with the Senior Head Chef and Executive Chef to deliver the hotel’s culinary standards and vision.
- Contribute to menu development and seasonal innovation across Seamill Hydro Hotel, including Tides Restaurant and Sirens Champagne Bar.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and high-performing working environment.
- Take a hands-on approach during busy services, weekends, events, and key business periods.
- Support the training, development, and performance of kitchen team members.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service.
- Manage stock control, food purchasing, food costing, GP performance, and waste management.
- Ensure all food safety, hygiene, allergen, cleanliness, and compliance standards are maintained.
- Work closely with the wider hotel management team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
- Help drive a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within the kitchen.
- Highly competitive rate of pay, based on experience.
- TRONQ payments every 4 weeks.
- Career progression opportunities within RAD Hotel Group.
- Discounts across all RAD Hotel Group venues, including stays, dining and more.
- Complimentary access to the newly renovated Hydro Health Club.
- Staff meal whilst on duty.
- Uniform provided.
- Length of service awards.
- Birthday incentive.
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef within a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen.
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a kitchen team.
- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, menu development, food costing, and stock control.
- The ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure while maintaining high standards.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A genuine passion for food, hospitality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen standards.
