Head Chef - Banqueting

Overview

Be part of the Family. We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued. We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you live our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.

Crieff Hydro Hotel Crieff Hydro is one of Scotland’s most iconic hospitality businesses, welcoming over 200,000 guests a year across our hotels, restaurants, bars and experiences. Recent major investments have transformed our kitchens, restaurants and bars to provide an updated offering to our guests.

We’re looking for a Banqueting Head Chef to lead our dedicated kitchen team, delivering high-quality, consistent food across our restaurants, cafés, and events. This is a role with real variety – from private, formal dinners for 5 people to large-scale banquets and events for 500+.

You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the production and banqueting kitchen, ensuring smooth operations, high standards, and efficient service delivery. That means everything from menu planning and stock control to rota management and coaching your team. You’ll set the tone – combining meticulous attention to detail with strong time management, and inspiring your team to deliver at their best.

This is a full-time role (45 hours per week). It’s not all late nights – we host many daytime events too, so you’ll enjoy a good balance of shifts.

What We Need From You

• Banqueting Experience – Proven experience running large-scale banquets, conferences, and events as well as private dining.
• Leadership – Track record as a Head Chef or senior production chef, confident leading and inspiring a diverse kitchen team.
• Organisation & Time Management – Ability to balance multiple priorities while keeping operations smooth and efficient.
• Meticulous Attention to Detail – From presentation to planning, you set and maintain the highest standards.
• Operational Knowledge – Strong understanding of high-volume food production, menu planning, stock control, and food safety.
• Flexibility – Comfortable switching between large events, day-to-day production, and more intimate dining experiences.

• £42,000 per annum plus a share of tips (estimated £3,000 per annum).
• Live-in Accommodation – On-site, affordable housing with bills included may be available. Most rooms are single occupancy with an ensuite, though this isn’t guaranteed. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 50% off food, drinks and retail, free leisure membership for you and a partner, and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays – Discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night.
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager you recommend to us.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
• Wellbeing Support – 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party – We celebrate our people with events throughout the year and an annual staff party.

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Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.