Kitchin trained in some of Europe's leading kitchens, including La Tante Claire in London under Pierre Koffmann, and Guy Savoy in Paris, as well as Le Louis XV in Monaco, led by Alain Ducasse.

[2][3] He has worked with Pierre Koffmann, Alain Ducasse, and Guy Savoy, all of whom have been awarded three Michelin stars.

[3] Albert Roux is reported to have said that Kitchin is the chef in Scotland most likely to win three Michelin stars.

[5] In June 2012, Kitchin received an Honorary Doctorate of Arts degree from Edinburgh Napier University for his contribution to Scottish food culture.

[3][10] Kitchin made brief appearance on Channel 4's Come Dine With Me on 5 December 2016 as a friend of contestant Larah Bross.

[11] He's also competed on the Great British Menu[2] and hosted 2010 MasterChef winner Dhruv Baker for work experience at The Kitchin.

She previously worked with the Savoy Group,[2] and spent nearly three years at the seven-star Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai.