Head Chef

1 month ago

Saint Andrews, United Kingdom Valor Hospitality Europe Full time
Head Chef - St Andrews

Seaton House, St Andrews' newest 5-star hotel opening in February 2025 is seeking an extraordinary Head Chef to lead our culinary experience. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside the renowned Roy Brett and his acclaimed Edinburgh seafood restaurant, Ondine.

As Head Chef, you will have the unparalleled opportunity to shape the culinary direction of Seaton House. You will work in collaboration with Roy Brett, celebrated for his mastery of seafood at Ondine in Edinburgh, to deliver an exceptional dining experiences at Ondine and our other culinary experiences including the Board Room, Old Toms, Room Service and in room dining. Your innovative dishes will highlight the freshest locally sourced ingredients and expertly selected wines and whiskeys. The restaurant offers a culinary experience like no other, and you and the team will ensure our guests enjoy the very best of Scottish cuisine.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop and design menus in partnership with Roy Brett.
  • Lead, train, and inspire a dedicated kitchen team.
  • Maintain the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Source and select premium, sustainable ingredients.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
  • Passion for seafood and knowledge of sustainable sourcing.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a dynamic team.
  • Creativity and a keen eye for detail.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Why Join Seaton House?

  • Be part of something new: Shape the culinary landscape of a new 5-star hotel.
  • Work with the best: Collaborate with Roy Brett and bring the magic of Ondine to St Andrews.
  • Impact the community: Elevate the local dining scene and contribute to the region's gastronomic reputation.

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family

  • Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just 30 B&B.
  • Discounted stays for friends and family.
  • 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.
  • Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled.
  • Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.
  • Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.
  • Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at 250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

  • A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just 5 per month.

Supporting your hospitality career growth

  • Fully funded apprenticeship programmes.
  • Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role.
  • Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated.

Fancy joining our team?

Valor Hospitality is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Across the UK, we currently operate 34 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans too, with three new luxury 5-star hotels planned to open in 2024.


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