Jobs, fresher vacancy - Executive Head Chef • Currie

Company: Berkeley Scott

Currie

Executive Head Chef Location: Edinburgh Park, EH12 Salary: £45,000+ per annum + FLM Bonus Scheme + Pension Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (7:30am–4:00pm) + occasional events A Rare Culinary Leadership Opportunity with Impact and InnovationAre you an ambitious, creative, and hands-on Executive Chef with a passion for innovation, sustainability, and providing exceptional service? This is your chance to lead the transformation of one of Scotland’s most exciting corporate hospitality spaces.This role is at the heart of a groundbreaking 10-year transformation investment—redefining corporate dining through bold new concepts and ideas.Your Role: Lead, Inspire, TransformAs Executive Head Chef, you’ll: Spearhead culinary excellence across all services including employee dining, private dining, and hospitalityCollaborate with UK culinary and marketing leaders to deliver memorable food momentsBe the key ambassador the business in food innovation and guest experienceTake full ownership of food and labour budgets, margins, cost control, and supply chain relationshipsDrive employee engagement through mentoring, training, and professional developmentSupport sustainability and modern dietary practices, ensuring compliance with food safety and legislation What We’re Looking For: Proven success as an Executive Chef in high-end contract catering, premium restaurants, or luxury hotelsStrategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style and a genuine love of food and peopleStrong financial acumen—capable of managing budgets, margins, and cost-efficienciesExperience managing VIP hospitality and creating high-quality, bespoke dining experiencesA track record of inspiring, mentoring, and upskilling culinary teamsUp-to-date knowledge of allergens, calorie legislation, and sustainable food practices The Package: Competitive base salary (£50k+ negotiable)Inclusion in the annual First Line Manager Bonus SchemePension Plan (opt-in)Monday to Friday hours with occasional event supportHuge opportunity for visibility, recognition, and career growth within a global brand Apply now or send an up to date CV to Andrew at to learn more about this unique opportunity.Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites