Permanent

Head Chef

Berkeley Scott

Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5AB

Tronc

Posted: 09 October 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 07 November 2026

Ref: 108996

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About the Role

Berkeley Scott seeks a Head Chef for a permanent, full-time post in Pencaitland, East Lothian. The salary reaches £40,000, with tronc adding roughly £5,000 yearly, plus free on-site parking. This senior appointment carries complete responsibility for the kitchen. The successful candidate directs the brigade, oversees ordering and stock control, holds food cost and gross profit targets, and maintains standards throughout. Suited to an established Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous ready to lead their own operation, applicants must show proven kitchen management, financial acumen, and leadership. Working patterns typically include evenings, weekends, and split shifts across a five-day rota.

Head Chef - East Lothian - Up to andpound;40,000 plus tronc

andbull; Up to andpound;40,000 basic salary, with tronc on top in the region of andpound;5,000 per year

andbull; Permanent full time position

andbull; East Lothian, free on site parking

An experienced Head Chef is required for an established business in East Lothian. This is a senior role with full responsibility for the kitchen.

The Head Chef will lead the brigade, manage ordering and stock control, hold food cost and gross profit, and take ownership of standards across the kitchen. It suits an experienced Head Chef, or a strong Senior Sous already operating at a quality level who is ready to lead their own kitchen.

Applications are welcome from experienced Head Chefs and Sous Chefs, with further detail on the venue and operation provided on application.

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