Executive Chef

? Executive Chef | £5 0

,000 + Bonus |

EdinburghXpress Recruitment are proud to be working with an

ambitious hospitality business

in

Edinburgh

, now entering an exciting new phase of growth following several years of consistent success. With expansion plans well underway, the company is looking to appoint its

first-ever Executive Chef —

a newly created role offering full autonomy and long-term influence.?

About the RoleThis is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen function from top to bottom — from day-to-day operations to forward planning. You''ll be joining the business at a pivotal moment, with the chance to shape not only the food offering but also the structure and culture of the kitchen team as it evolves.?

Key Responsibilities:Lead recruitment, training, and development across all kitchen rolesOversee and execute the full menu development processCreate and implement systems to support both daily operations and long-term goalsInspire and develop junior chefs, with a strong focus on training and progressionCollaborate with the wider leadership team to ensure operational and commercial targets are metMaintain consistently high standards as the business growsWho We '' re Looking For:Proven experience as an Executive Chef, ideally within a growing or multi-site businessBackground in smaller companies that have scaled is highly advantageousStrong leadership and organisational skills, with a hands-on, proactive approachA passion for food, team development, and continuous improvementComfortable balancing creativity with commercial awarenessIf you '' re a driven Executive Chef looking for a role with

ownership

,

impact

, and

long-term potential , we''d love to hear from you.Apply now

or get in touch in confidence to learn more.

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