Job Description:

Head Chef - Scottish Borders (Full‑Time)  
Flexible Workforce Solutions is delighted to support a well‑established hospitality venue in the beautiful Scottish Borders as they recruit an ambitious and talented Head Chef to lead their kitchen team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a culinary professional who combines creativity, commercial awareness, and strong leadership - perfect for someone ready to make their mark in a busy, high‑quality operation.
 
What We're Looking For You'll bring passion, drive, and a commitment to delivering exceptional food using fresh, seasonal, local ingredients. You will also be able to demonstrate:
Culinary Excellence

• Outstanding cooking skills with the ability to adapt to local tastes and market demand
• A talent for developing profitable menus with an emphasis on quality and seasonality

Leadership & Team Management

• Experience motivating, developing, and supervising kitchen teams in a positive and professional manner
• A collaborative approach, recognising and respecting the contribution of all departments

Commercial & Operational Strength

• Proven ability to manage a profit centre, control costs, and minimise waste
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• A sound understanding of food hygiene, compliance, and Health & Safety standards

Experience & Qualifications

• Around 10 years' kitchen experience, with at least 3 years as Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef
• SVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery and REHIS Food Hygiene (Level 2) are desirable but not essential

Key Responsibilities In this leadership role, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining the highest standards across all food preparation and service
• Ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality in every dish that leaves the kitchen
• Managing and mentoring the kitchen team
• Overseeing kitchen stock, supplier relationships, and cost control
• Driving efficiency while supporting wider business goals
• Monitoring performance, sales, and profitability in collaboration with the management team

The Venue You'll be joining a long‑established and continually developing hospitality business offering:

• A popular main restaurant operating 7 days a week, serving up to 90 covers on busy services
• A welcoming lounge bar offering informal dining and private event capability
• Additional private dining spaces with flexibility for celebrations, meetings, and exclusive functions
• Extensive conference and banqueting facilities, including a major function suite accommodating up to 220 guests

This is a varied and exciting environment for a Head Chef who thrives on both high‑quality restaurant service and large‑scale event catering.
What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Group Life Insurance (6× annual salary)
• Share of tips
• Complimentary B&B stay on each employment anniversary
• Food & Beverage discounts
• Length‑of‑service incentives
• Additional employee benefits including:
  • Discounted or free food
  • Staff discounts
  • Sick pay

If you are a hands‑on, inspirational Head Chef with a passion for fresh local food and the drive to lead a well‑established kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through Flexible Workforce Solutions.