Head Chef

Head Chef – Luxury Boutique Hotel & Restaurant, East Lothian
£45,000 per annum + gratuities + 10% bonus potential
Full-time | 40 hours per week over 5 days

Xpress Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a luxury boutique hotel and restaurant located on Scotland’s stunning Golf Coast in East Lothian. With 27 beautifully appointed rooms and a vibrant restaurant and bar serving 70–80 covers daily.

As part of the hotel’s exciting growth plans, I am looking to speak with exceptional Head Chefs to lead the kitchen and drive the restaurant towards achieving multi-Rosette status in 2025/2026.

About the Role:

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Head Chef with a proven track record in a high-quality, ideally Rosette environment. You will be instrumental in setting and delivering a consistently high standard using local and seasonal produce. This is a hands-on role suited to a passionate and driven chef looking to make a name for themselves in a stunning part of the country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a small, dedicated kitchen team, fostering a culture of professionalism and continuous development
• Create and deliver innovative, seasonal menus showcasing the best of Scottish produce
• Maintain consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation, and service
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance standards are adhered to
• Manage kitchen budgets, stock control and supplier relationships
• Work closely with the General Manager and front of house to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, promoting learning and progression across the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a quality-driven environment (Rosette experience highly desirable)
• Passion for local, seasonal ingredients and contemporary Scottish cuisine
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A natural mentor with a commitment to nurturing talent and team morale
• Ambition to take the restaurant to new heights and be part of its success story

What’s On Offer:

• £45,000 per annum
• Gratuities and potential to earn up to 10% annual bonus
• 40 hours per week over 5 days
• Supportive and forward-thinking ownership
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a stunning coastal location

If you’re a passionate Head Chef ready to lead a kitchen to award-winning heights and become part of something truly special in one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to arrange a confidential conversation and discuss next steps.

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