Executive Chef - Restaurant

Motor Isle, a new motor sport themed restaurant, is recruiting an Executive Chef to build and lead the full kitchen operation of a high-volume flagship restaurant in central Douglas. This is a senior leadership role responsible for pre-opening kitchen setup, team recruitment, and establishing systems and standards. Key Responsibilities - Build and lead the kitchen team from pre-opening. Set and maintain kitchen systems and operational standards. Deliver consistency, pace, and quality at volume. Manage food GP, waste control, and labour control. Oversee menu execution in a fast-paced service environment. Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Lead service during high-volume and peak trading periods. Essential Requirements - Proven experience leading kitchens in high-volume restaurants. Strong cost control and food GP management experience. Experience recruiting and building kitchen teams. Ability to work under pressure in a flagship environment. Level 3 Food Hygiene (or equivalent) preferred. Eligibility - Applicants must already be resident in the Isle of Man or UK and have the right to work. We are not recruiting from overseas and will not be issuing new entry visas. Candidates currently resident in the Isle of Man who hold valid immigration permission may apply. Where applicable, a transfer of Certificate of Employment (CoE) can be supported. Island-based candidates are strongly preferred. Applications - Email CV and cover letter to: jobs@motorisle.im Please include “Executive Chef” in the subject line.