Chef – Mains of Balquharn at Queensway Retail Management

Company: Queensway Retail Management
Apply for the Chef – Mains of Balquharn at Queensway Retail Management
Location: Portlethen
Job Description:

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Job description We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic, skilled, and driven chef to join our talented team at the Mains of Balquharn on a zero-hours basis. Hours can be agreed based on business and individual needs and discussed at interview.

If you’re passionate about great food and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we want to hear from you!

The Role As a chef at the Morris Dancers, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our guests. Here’s what you’ll be doing: Collaborate closely with the manager to uphold the highest kitchen standards. Prepare and serve mouth-watering dishes promptly, ensuring top-notch quality. Maintain efficiency in cooking while ensuring every plate meets our high standards. Work with a small, dedicated kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive environment. Manage stock, inventory, and ingredients to keep things running smoothly. Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen with strict adherence to food hygiene and health & safety standards. Minimize food waste and manage resources effectively. Follow company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards with precision. Meet company targets and KPIs, driving both quality and efficiency. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as part of our bustling team.

Skills you’ll bring: Strong communication skills, able to keep the team aligned and motivated. Proven ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen. Exceptional organizational skills, with a methodical approach to everything you do. Initiative and problem-solving skills, tackling challenges head-on when they arise. A sense of responsibility and pride in your work, ensuring the highest standards every time.

Experience required Pay: £14.01 per hour Benefits: Company pension Experience: Kitchen: 1 year (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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Posted: September 28th, 2026