Full Time Head Chef

Company: The Scotsman Public House
Location: Waynesville
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Free food & snacks Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Now Hiring: Full-Time Head Chef Celtic-American Gastropub We are looking to fill the big shoes of our Head Chef as we continue the success of our Celtic-American Gastropub-restaurant, now entering our fifth year in business. Well received by both the local community and travelers alike, we have been featured on Americas Best Restaurants , highlighted by multiple news outlets, showcased by social media influencers and have won many Best Of awards, including "Best Restaurant Overall every year we have been in business. Weve built a strong reputation that we are proud ofand committed to growing. We are seeking a Head Chef with a passion for UK and Irish classic cuisine alongside American favorites such as burgers and sandwiches. This role calls for a strong leader who inspires their team, fosters a positive and hardworking kitchen culture, and leads by example every day. Position 1 Full-Time Head Chef Responsibilities Lead, manage, and train kitchen staff Create and oversee weekly kitchen staff schedules Supervise all cooking and food preparation Ensure all kitchen staff understand and correctly execute all menu items Enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleaning protocols Handle inventory management, including counting inventory, setting pars, ordering, and receiving deliveries Track and manage food costs, including documenting ingredient costs and adjusting as pricing fluctuates Maintain strong cost control practices Work shifts alongside kitchen staff and be capable of filling any kitchen position as needed Collaborate with ownership and/or the General Manager to develop new menu items and specials Create menu, pricing, and facilitate catering events on site and offsite Skills & Abilities Ability to cook in a fast-paced restaurant kitchen Strong leadership and management skills; able to put out fires both literally and figuratively Positive attitude with a lead-by-example mindset Works well independently while remaining an effective team leader Experience with inventory management, pars, and food cost control Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and food safety regulations Proficient with flat tops, burners, ovens, and fryers Experience cooking lunch and dinner service items Experience cooking breakfast and brunch service items Experience with catering events Ability to lift and move boxes or objects up to 50 lbs Comfortable using email and Google Docs or Excel Qualifications Minimum 4 years of experience as a Head Chef (required) Minimum 10 years of experience working in a restaurant kitchen (required) Minimum 2 years of Catering Experience (Preferred) Valid drivers license and reliable transportation (required) ServeSafe Manager Certification or willingness to obtain (required) NC Food Handlers Permit or willingness to obtain (required) Knowledge of UK, Scottish, Irish, and English cuisine (required) Schedule Full-time Days and evenings Weekdays and weekends Compensation Salary: $68,000$72,000 per year Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Shift meal Employee discount Physical Setting Gastropub

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