Star Hotel, Kingussie - Highlands, Scotland
Sous Chef - Highland Hotel
We are seeking an experienced, driven, and creative chef to join our kitchen team at our welcoming Highland hotel. With 21 charming rooms, a busy bar, and a restaurant offering both a popular bar menu and a refined seasonal à la carte menu, this is a fantastic opportunity for either an established Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up into a leadership role.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys mentoring junior staff, and is passionate about delivering exceptional food while helping shape the future direction of the kitchen.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead or support the day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations across all services.
Take an active role in developing and delivering creative, seasonal menus for both the bar and restaurant.
Supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff, building a strong and motivated team.
Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health & safety, and kitchen procedures.
Oversee or assist with stock control, ordering, supplier management, and cost control.
Drive consistency, efficiency, and a positive kitchen culture.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up.
Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and modern Scottish cuisine.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Knowledge of food costing, stock management, and kitchen administration.
Flexible approach to working across both bar and restaurant services.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience and role level.
Meals on duty.
Staff accommodation may be available for a fee. (3-meals per day included in the hotel)
Opportunity to take on a key leadership role in a supportive team in a stunning Highland location.
If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to take the next step in your kitchen career, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Discounted or free food
On-site parking
Experience:
Food preparation: 4 years (required)
Leadership: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Location:
Kingussie, Highland (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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