Sous Chef

The Opportunity

We're looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join the team at Oban Brasserie, located within Perle Oban Hotel.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef, or a strong Junior Sous ready to step up, to take on a key leadership role in a busy, quality-led kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll help lead the team, drive standards, and play a central role in delivering consistently excellent food.

If you enjoy being at the heart of service, developing others, and working with fresh, seasonal Scottish produce, this role offers both challenge and progression.

About Oban Brasserie

Oban Brasserie offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience, showcasing the best of Scotland's larder.

Our menus focus on fresh seafood, Highland produce, and approachable, well-executed dishes. As a busy hotel restaurant, we deliver high-volume service without compromising on quality, making organisation, teamwork, and consistency key.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Leading service from the pass and on section both during dinner and breakfast service
Coaching and developing junior chefs
Ensuring consistency, quality, and pace across every service
Supporting stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene
Deputising for the Head Chef when required

What We're Looking For

Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous in a busy, quality-led kitchen
A calm, organised, and hands-on approach during service
Passion for fresh, seasonal produce
Good understanding of kitchen operations, prep, and service flow
Strong communication and a team-focused mindset
Ambition to progress and take on more responsibility

What You'll Get

£35,000 salary (depending on experience)
Performance-based bonus
Share of tips & service charge
Subsidised accommodation (T&Cs apply)
28 days annual leave + time off in lieu
Company pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff discounts across Perle Hotels
Real opportunities for progression within a growing group

Why Oban, Why Now

Oban offers the perfect balance of career and lifestyle, a vibrant coastal town with access to some of Scotland's best seafood, landscapes, and outdoor experiences.

This is a great opportunity to step into a true number two role, build your leadership experience, and be part of a supportive, ambitious kitchen team.