Role Overview
The Conic Group are seeking an exceptional chef to help lead our production kitchen, Lomond Kitchen, while driving the creative development of our overall food offering across the entire group. The Conic Group is a family-owned hospitality gropu based in Loch Lomond, and operators of The Oak Tree Inn, St Mocha Coffee Shops and Loch Lomond Coffee Co.
The Oak Tree Inn is a popular and extremely busy lochside venue, recent winner of Gastropub of the Year.
There are three St Mocha Coffee Shops within the National Park, all serving great coffee, light bites and our homemade ice cream.
This role combines operational leadership with culinary innovation, ensuring that our food is consistently of a high standard, scalable for production, and aligned with our brand vision. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable managing large-scale kitchen operations and developing exciting new products and menus that are deliverable at each site.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Working closely with the Group Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations of the production kitchen, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and compliance with food safety standards.
- Manage, train, and inspire a team of kitchen staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Maintain cost control through effective ordering, stock management, and waste reduction.
Creative Direction
- Lead menu and product development for the group, from concept to launch.
- Stay ahead of food trends and bring innovative ideas that fit the brand’s identity.
- Develop seasonal specials, retail product lines, and signature dishes that showcase creativity and quality.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Act as the culinary face of the business, embodying the brand’s food philosophy.
- Work closely with founders and management to set culinary direction and long-term strategy.
- Mentor the team to nurture both technical and creative talent within the kitchen.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a senior chef role (Head Chef, Executive Chef, or equivalent),
- Track record of successful menu/product development.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of food safety, compliance, and kitchen management.
- Pastry and bakery experience desirable
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Balmaha G63: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
