Job Ref: RAD1373
Branch: Royal Hotel Cumnock
Location: Royal Hotel, Cumnock
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Rate (DOE) Plus Tips Benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 48
Posted date: 17/08/2026
Closing date: 16/09/2026
We are seeking an exceptional and passionate Head Chef to lead the talented culinary team at the Royal Hotel. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced chef to oversee kitchen operations and deliver outstanding dining experiences in a welcoming and vibrant hotel environment. Join us in creating memorable moments for our guests through high-quality food and service.
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 across Scotland each has its own unique personality but all share the same RAD values: quality, passion, and genuine care for our guests and people.
- Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring food preparation, service, quality, and presentation consistently meet high standards.
- Lead, manage, and inspire the kitchen team, supporting their development and creating a positive and motivated working environment.
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and food safety are maintained at all times.
- Manage stock control, ordering, food costs, and kitchen budgets effectively to support a profitable operation.
- Develop and implement seasonal menus that showcase fresh, high-quality, and local ingredients.
- Work closely with the wider hotel management team to ensure a consistent and exceptional dining experience for our guests.
- Support the recruitment, training, and ongoing development of the kitchen team.
- Maintain a strong focus on guest satisfaction, responding positively to feedback and continually looking for ways to improve the dining experience.
- Previous experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a similar quality venue.
- A proven track record in menu design, implementation, planning, recruitment, and training.
- Strong leadership qualities.
- Experience with Procure Wizard beneficial but not essential.
- Ability to develop and motivate a team.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and high standards.
- Effective communication at all levels.
- Competitive Rate (DOE)
- A supportive and dynamic working environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities within a leading hospitality group
- 4-weekly tips
- Uniform provided
- Birthday incentive
- Discount across all RAD Hotel Group venues
- Staff meal on duty
- Length of service incentives
The Royal Hotel was built in 1892 by R J Barrowman, and has proven over the years to be a figurehead of Cumnock town centre. The upper floor has 16 en suite bedrooms, offering excellent accommodation for every requirement. All rooms have their own unique style, due to the traditional layout of the building. The Royal hotel has a long history of entertaining guests.
