Job Description

Fairways Golf Centre, Restaurant and Sports Bar is a well established business in Inverness for almost 30 years, where you can pop in just for a quick pint or bite, right up to hosting weddings. In 2020 we underwent a massive refurbishment adding even more to offer with a bustling sports bar and pizzeria, as well as a full refurbishment of our restaurant, kitchen and events space. We are looking for a Head chef to join our team.

Head Chef Duties

Kitchen Management

- Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth workflow, high food quality, and adherence to service times.

Menu Development & Planning

- Create, plan, and update the menu, ensuring variety, cost-effectiveness, and seasonal availability of ingredients.

Staff Leadership & Training

- Lead, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and professional development to ensure high standards of performance.

Health, Safety & Hygiene Compliance

- Ensure the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness, food safety standards, and proper equipment usage.

Inventory & Cost Control

- Manage inventory, ordering, and stock control, ensuring that kitchen supplies are always available and costs are kept within budget.

Required Skills

Culinary Expertise

- Strong knowledge and experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management, with a passion for creating high-quality dishes.

Leadership & Team Management

- Ability to lead and inspire a team, ensuring effective communication and a positive work environment in the kitchen.

Time Management & Organisation

- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple kitchen tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth service during busy periods.

Creativity & Innovation

- Ability to develop new and exciting dishes while maintaining consistency, quality, and aligning with the restaurant's family style dining.

Attention to Detail

- A keen eye for detail in food presentation, portion sizes, and maintaining consistent quality in every dish served.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge as our Head Chef, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team dedicated to culinary excellence!

A competitive salary DOE along with a weekly share of gratuities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 38,000.00-41,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person