Head Chef

Job Description

Salary £45,000 per annum + performance bonus (up to 5% of salary) + share of tips & service charge

Bedrooms: 59

Food Type: Brasserie using fresh local produce and seasonal seafood

Accommodation: Subsidised accommodation available

Start Date: January 2026

Lead a Kitchen. Shape a Destination.

Perle Hotels are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to take the culinary helm at Oban Brasserie, located within the beautiful Perle Oban Hotel on Scotland’s west coast.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a hands on, inspirational chef who wants to lead from the front, champion local Scottish produce, and build a kitchen culture rooted in pride, creativity, and excellence.

You’ll have the freedom to create menus that reflect Oban Brasserie’s identity, the responsibility to lead and mentor a talented brigade, and the support of a collaborative hotel leadership team that values food as a core part of the guest experience.

What We Offer

• £45,000 salary + up to 5% bonus
• Share of tips & 10% service charge
• Subsidised accommodation
• 28 days holiday + time off in lieu (TOIL)
• Pension scheme & staff benefits such as hotel & F&B discounts
• Career progression opportunities within Perle Hotels

What You’ll Be Doing

• Recruit, train, and inspire a high performing kitchen team
• Lead services with consistency, calmness, and high standards
• Develop future culinary talent through coaching and mentoring

Menu & Creativity

• Create seasonal menus celebrating Scotland’s local larder
• Balance creativity with commercial awareness
• Introduce specials, themed menus, and new dining experiences

Operations & Financial Control

• Manage food costs, GP margins, stock, and supplier relationships
• Reduce waste and ensure efficient kitchen operations
• Work closely with hotel management to meet financial targets

Standards & Compliance

• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
• Ensure full compliance with allergen, health & safety regulations
• Work closely with front of house to deliver seamless service
• Engage with guests and respond to feedback
• Support wider hotel initiatives and events

About You

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Creative, organised, and commercially minded
• Passionate about Scottish produce and contemporary cuisine
• Calm and motivating under pressure
• Knowledge of local suppliers and sustainable sourcing
• Confidence working closely with front of house teams

Perle Oban – Oban, Argyll

Located on Oban’s seafront, Perle Oban Hotel & Spa is a striking Victorian building overlooking the harbour and islands beyond. This four star hotel combines period features with contemporary design, offering guests stylish rooms and relaxed luxury. Dining is centred around the Oban Brasserie, serving Scottish classics and seasonal seafood, while the in house Mara Spa provides a haven of relaxation in the heart of the “Gateway to the Isles.”

Why Oban Brasserie?

This is your chance to lead a kitchen that celebrates place, produce, and people – in one of Scotland’s most beautiful coastal towns, within a hotel group that values individuality, quality, and ambition.

About Perle Hotels

Perle Hotels is a small luxury hotel group dedicated to modern Scottish hospitality in some of the country’s most breathtaking locations. Each of our hotels has been lovingly restored and reimagined, blending contemporary design with authentic Highland character. We believe in creating memorable guest experiences through warm service, a focus on local produce, and a deep connection to our communities.