Join us at Cairn Group and take the reins in the kitchen We’re on the hunt for a passionate, creative, and driven Head Chef to craft outstanding menus, lead an ambitious team, and elevate our dining experience. If you have a flair for flavors, a knack for leadership, and a drive for excellence – this is your moment What You’ll Be Cooking Up: Lead the Kitchen & Your Team – inspire, motivate & develop a skilled brigade Design Standout Menus – create dishes that wow using fresh, seasonal produce Maximize Profitability – control costs, manage suppliers & optimize efficiency Maintain Top-Tier Standards – food safety, quality control & kitchen excellence Make an Impact – shape the restaurant’s reputation & guest experience What We’re Looking For: A Culinary Pro – strong cooking skills & deep ingredient knowledge Experience at Head Chef or Senior Chef Level in a similar venue A Menu Innovator – balancing creativity & cost-effectiveness A Natural Leader – experienced in team development & performance A Pro at Planning & Organisation – thrives under pressure & meets goals Business Savvy – strong understanding of P&Ls, KPIs & cost control Legally & Professionally Qualified – HACCP knowledge & relevant certifications Why Join Us? Perks & Benefits You’ll Love: Get Paid When You Want Access your wages as you earn them via Wagestream Exclusive Hotel Discounts across our UK sites (and globally if you work in a branded venue) 50% Off Food & Drinks at all our venues Spa, Retail & Leisure Discounts – because you deserve some pampering too Career Growth with our ‘Grow with Us’ development programs & apprenticeships Monthly Star of the Month Awards – we celebrate your success Long-Service Awards (starting at just 1 year) Referral Incentives – earn when you bring great talent onboard 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – your well-being matters Pension Scheme & Year-Round Incentives Who We Are – The Cairn Group At Cairn Group, we’re big on ambition and even bigger on people. We have a diverse portfolio of hotels, bars, and restaurants across the UK, we’re growing fast – and we want you to grow with us Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s create something amazing together INDLP