Head Chef

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3 months ago
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Role: Head Chef
Location: Musselburgh
Package: £70,000 OTE
My client is an ambitious hospitality group known for creating lively, welcoming dining spaces and delivering vibrant, flavour-driven Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Their venue brings together fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, grilled favourites, and seasonal dishes, all served in a stylish atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.
They are now searching for a Head Chef who can lead the kitchen with confidence, creativity, and genuine passion.
What You Can Expect:


  • On-target earnings surpassing £70,000

  • A structured leadership development pathway to help you grow

  • Flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance

  • Recognition as one of the region’s leading employers

  • Real prospects for career advancement within an expanding group

  • 40% discount across all venues

  • Extra annual leave awarded at key service milestones

  • Access to wellbeing resources and financial support tools

About the Role:
This is a hands-on, senior kitchen position at a fast-paced venue where standards are high and teamwork is everything. The successful candidate will bring culinary flair, solid management experience, and the drive to deliver food that is both consistent and exciting.
Your responsibilities will include:


  • Running every aspect of the kitchen with professionalism and clarity

  • Championing exceptional quality, presentation, and consistency

  • Training, mentoring, and motivating the kitchen team

  • Working closely with senior leadership to design and refine menus

  • Ensuring the kitchen remains safe, efficient, organised, and fully compliant

If you’re an experienced Head Chef who thrives in a busy environment, inspires those around you, and takes pride in producing memorable plates of food, my client would welcome your application.
They are committed to equal opportunities and believe that a diverse, empowered team is essential to delivering outstanding hospitality.
Disclaimer:
By submitting your resume to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd acts as an employment agency and will work to find suitable employment opportunities for you. We do not guarantee employment. You agree that all information submitted to Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd is accurate and truthful. You agree to hold Westwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd harmless for any liabilities arising from employment, and to treat all candidate data as confidential

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