Job Description
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Head Chef
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Linlithgow
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Salary £38,000 – £40,000 | Tronc c. £15,000 per year | Bonus up to 25% + uncapped stretch bonus
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We are delighted to be partnering with a well‑established, food‑led hospitality business to recruit a Head Chef in Linlithgow – a standout, high‑profile venue known for quality food, warm hospitality and strong local reputation.
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This is a predominantly hands‑on, operational role, ideal for a Head Chef who thrives on leading from the front, running great services and building strong kitchen teams, while still having structured time set aside for admin and planning.
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The Role
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As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen operation, delivering consistently high‑quality food while leading a motivated and engaged team. You’ll have the autonomy to run your kitchen, with the support of a wider senior culinary team and clear performance frameworks in place.
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The role is operationally focused, with approximately half a day per week dedicated solely to admin, allowing you to stay organised without being pulled away from the heart of the business.
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Key Responsibilities
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• Lead the day‑to‑day kitchen operation, setting standards through example
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• Deliver consistently high‑quality food in a busy, food‑led pub environment
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• Recruit, train, develop and retain a strong kitchen team
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• Manage food GP, stock control, ordering and waste effectively
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• Ensure high standards of food safety, cleanliness and compliance
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• Work closely with front‑of‑house teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences
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• Drive performance against agreed KPIs, contributing to bonus achievement
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About You
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This role will suit an experienced Head Chef (or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up) who is passionate about food, people and running a successful kitchen.
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You’ll ideally bring:
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• Proven experience in a fresh‑food, high‑volume environment
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• Strong leadership skills with a calm, organised approach
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• Solid commercial understanding of GP and kitchen controls
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• A hands‑on, sleeves‑rolled‑up mentality
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• The ability to motivate and develop your team while maintaining high standards
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Package & Rewards
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This role offers one of the strongest total earning opportunities in the local market:
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• Salary: £38,000 – £40,000
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• Tips: Approximately £15,000 per year
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• Bonus:
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• Up to 25% annual bonus linked to agreed KPIs
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• Uncapped stretch bonus on top for exceptional year's
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• Work‑life balance:
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• Structured admin time (½ day per week)
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• Predominantly operational, kitchen‑focused role
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Additional benefits include staff discounts, wellbeing support, long‑service rewards and ongoing development opportunities within a people‑driven hospitality business.
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Why This Opportunity?
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• Iconic venue with a strong food identity
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• Clear structure, support and progression opportunities
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• Competitive pay and genuinely achievable bonus scheme
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• A business that values its chefs and invests in its people
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If you’re a Head Chef looking for a stable, well‑rewarded role where food quality, team culture and leadership truly matter, this is an outstanding opportunity.
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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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