Relief Chef

Variety, flexibility and great food – join Buzzworks as a Relief Chef

At Buzzworks, we're more than just a hospitality group – we're a community. With 22 vibrant venues (and growing) across Scotland, we deliver exceptional food and memorable hospitality experiences with personality, flair and attention to detail.

From Mediterranean dining and premium grill concepts to stylish neighbourhood restaurants and bars, our kitchens are fast-paced, high-energy environments built around great ingredients, strong systems and talented teams.

We're now looking for experienced Relief Chefs to support our venues across the estate, providing hands-on kitchen support wherever it's needed.

Take a look at the brilliant things we do:
www.lovefoodfeelgood.com

The Buzz

  • Flexible working options
  • Mileage paid between venues
  • Tronc from every venue worked
  • 40% staff discount across all Buzzworks venues
  • Stream – access your pay as you need it
  • Extra holidays at 1, 3 and 5 years' service
  • Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Programme, wellness hub and discounted gym membership
  • Proud to be a Top 100 Best Companies to Work For
  • Genuine internal progression opportunities

The Role

As a Relief Chef, you will work across multiple Buzzworks venues, supporting kitchen teams where additional resource is required. This may include holiday cover, supporting new openings, assisting during busy trading periods, or helping kitchens maintain consistency and standards.

Reporting directly to the Operations Chef, you'll quickly adapt to different teams and environments while delivering great food and supporting smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef who enjoys variety, thrives in different environments and takes pride in maintaining high standards wherever they work.

You Will

  • Support kitchen teams during service across multiple venues
  • Prepare and deliver dishes to Buzzworks food specifications
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation
  • Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures
  • Assist with stock management, waste control and GP performance
  • Support kitchen organisation and preparation for service
  • Adapt quickly to different menus, teams and kitchen environments
  • Provide regular feedback and updates to the Operations Chef

We're Looking For

  • Experience at Sous Chef level or above
  • A strong understanding of kitchen operations and service standards
  • The ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in different venues
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • A positive, flexible approach and willingness to travel
  • A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential
  • Passion for quality food and delivering great guest experiences

If you're an experienced chef looking for variety, flexibility and the opportunity to work across some of Scotland's most exciting hospitality venues, we'd love to hear from you.

Buzzworks is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse, empowered team is key to our mission:

To make people feel great through hospitality.

Sous Chef
Relief Chef

Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, United Kingdom

KA1 2DD

£32,000 to £36,000 per year Excellent Tronc
Permanent - Full-time

Venue

South Ayrshire

Posted today
Closing date: 27/06/2026
Job reference: VB1595927KilRC

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