Head Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Gleddoch, one of the most prestigious hotel, golf and spa resorts located in Renfrewshire is recruiting a Head Chef to join our existing team. Gleddoch is a 70-bedroom hotel, golf course, luxurious spa with food and beverage outlets. The hotel can cater for approximately 150 residents and up to 150 banqueting guests at any one time as well as non-residential food & beverage demand.
The role of Head Chef at Gleddoch is a demanding one, it won’t be right for everyone and will require someone who has considerable experience managing a high-volume kitchen. We need someone who will be able to commit themselves to the job and show commitment to employers through their previous employment. You will have experience working with high quality hotels or restaurants and have experience managing a range of junior chefs.
You will have great organisation skills, the ability to motivate yourself and your team to achieve the kitchens goals and objectives.
The evidence you will need to provide at interview:
· Minimum level 2 food hygiene training.
· Managing a variety of kitchen environments & styles.
· Thorough understanding of food costs, allocations, margins and budgets.
· Recent hygiene scores.
· Longevity & commitment in previous roles.
The successful applicant will have the freedom to create menus, source the best suppliers and be part of the ongoing commitment to see Gleddoch become one of the best hotels in Scotland.
GENERAL
· Comply with the company codes of conduct at all times.
· Familiarise yourself with the company policies and procedures plus employee handbook and lead by example in demonstrating behaviours that we expect all employees to display.
· Perform other tasks at the level of the role as directed by your line manager in pursuit of the achievement of business goals.
· Have the desire and ability to improve your knowledge and abilities through on-going training and development.
· Ability to work as part of a diverse team with colleagues from different viewpoints, cultures and countries.
· Produce reports as required/requested by your line manager.
· Attend business reviews/board meetings as appropriate and actively contribute to all internal meetings.
· Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and awareness of all policies and procedures relating to health, hygiene and fire safety.
· Familiarise yourself with emergency and evacuation procedures.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
· A great place to work
· A full uniform
· Discounted food, beverage and accommodation rates
· Discounted Spa treatments
· Discounted access to the leisure facilities
· Discounted access to the 18-hole championship golf course
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
If this job ticks all the boxes for you and you can deliver the high standards that are expected from a hotel such as Gleddoch please click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Please note that due to the amount of applications only successful candidates shall be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- PORT GLASGOW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head Chef roles across Gleddoch Resorts's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £50,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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