Sous Chef

Luxury Highland Hotel 2 AA Rosettes Live-In Available

Scottish Highlands
Competitive Salary (40k) Tronc Overtime
40-Hour Contract Subsidised Accommodation Fully Paid January Off

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at one of the Scottish Highlands most distinctive luxury hotels.

Set in a spectacular coastal location and operating at 2 AA Rosette level this is a hotel where food hospitality and the wider guest experience go hand in hand. The kitchen is built around the best of Scotlands natural larder with a strong focus on seasonal produce bold flavours and thoughtful cooking that reflects both the landscape and the standards of a high-end country house operation.

This is a genuine opportunity for a strong Sous Chef to join a small ambitious brigade and play a key role in the continued development of the food offering while enjoying a lifestyle and benefits package rarely found in hospitality.

The Venue

This is a luxury Highland hotel offering guests a full experience built around:

• high-quality dining at 2 AA Rosette standard
• exceptional Scottish produce and seasonality
• fine wines whisky and warm personal hospitality
• a destination setting with country pursuits and a genuine sense of place
• a close-knit independent team culture

The food is produce-led and flavour-focused with the freedom to be creative while still delivering the consistency and polish expected of a quality-led hotel operation.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef you will act as a key leader within the brigade and help drive standards across all aspects of the kitchen.

You will:

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead service confidently and deputise in the Head Chefs absence
• Help manage ordering stock control supplier relationships and kitchen organisation
• Support menu development using outstanding Scottish produce
• Train mentor and motivate junior members of the team
• Maintain high standards of food quality consistency presentation and hygiene
• Contribute to a positive kitchen culture built around professionalism collaboration and development

This is a hands-on role for a chef who enjoys both cooking and leadership and who wants to be part of a business with clear ambitions for the future.

About You

• Current Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up
• Experience within 2 AA Rosette Michelin Guide or equivalent quality-led kitchens
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor younger chefs
• Passionate about seasonal produce and Scottish ingredients
• Organised calm and commercially aware
• Positive grounded and team-focused in your approach
• Looking for a long-term role within a quality independent business

The Package

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Tronc / service charge on top
• Overtime paid where applicable
• 40-hour contract
• Subsidised staff accommodation available
• Potential accommodation suitable for a couple depending on availability
• Gym membership
• Team-building programme and staff perks
• Significant long-term progression opportunities
• Fully paid time off throughout January
• The chance to live and work in one of the UKs most stunning locations

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a luxury Highland hotel that offers:

• 2 AA Rosette food standards
• serious quality of life and work-life balance
• subsidised live-in accommodation
• a close-knit and ambitious kitchen team
• excellent Scottish produce and creative freedom
• real progression within the business

If youre a strong Sous Chef looking for a role that combines leadership quality produce and a genuinely special lifestyle opportunity wed love to hear from you.