Chef De Partie

Sodexo Group; Fort Augustus; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Accommodation provided

Gym on-site

Job summary

Fort Augustus, Scotland — Sodexo Energy & Resources is seeking a Chef de Partie to own a dedicated kitchen section, delivering high-quality dishes with strict health and safety standards. You will shape the resident experience through well-presented meals and proactive engagement with residents, creating a welcoming home-from-home atmosphere.

Join a team that supports continuous improvement, promotes wellbeing, and provides meals and accommodation during your rotation.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 (or equivalent).
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS or equivalent) – mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of COSHH, food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt service of all meals at required times to Company and Client standards.
• Prepare and cook food to agreed standards and required quantities.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards, including temperature control and hygiene procedures.
• Manage and rotate stock to ensure food safety, minimise waste and support cost control.
• Comply fully with Health and Safety at Work legislation.
• Support catering budget control and efficient use of resources.
• Deputise for the Head Chef when required.
• Maintain awareness and compliance with company and client policies, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and clients.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2

Tools

REHIS or equivalent

COSHH knowledge

Job description

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Pay: £15.77 per hour (Travel allowance provided)
Hours: 73.5 hours per week - 10.5hrs per day
Rotation: 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Please note: This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be arranged by the company.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands, this is a unique opportunity to work in a truly stunning and remote location. Situated at the southwestern tip of Loch Ness in the Great Glen, it is a key village known for its canal locks and scenic Highland setting between Inverness and Fort William.

Role Overview

As a Chef de Partie in the Sodexo Energy & Resources asset catering team, you will take ownership of a dedicated section of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes, maintaining consistency, and upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene.

Beyond delivering excellent food, you will play an important role in shaping the overall resident experience. Through well-presented, thoughtfully prepared meals and a genuine pride in your craft, you will help create a welcoming, engaging environment that supports residents’ wellbeing, rest, and recovery. You will naturally build positive relationships with residents during service, contributing to a friendly and approachable atmosphere that makes the village feel like a true home-from-home.

Working closely with the wider team, you will support food-led promotions, themed dining experiences, and village events that bring variety and enjoyment to daily life. By listening to resident feedback and recognising opportunities to enhance satisfaction, you will actively contribute to continuous improvement across the village, while acting as a proud ambassador for Sodexo’s Remote Living proposition.

What you’ll do

• Ensure prompt service of all meals at required times to Company and Client standards
• Prepare and cook food to agreed standards and required quantities
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards, including temperature control and hygiene procedures
• Manage and rotate stock to ensure food safety, minimise waste and support cost control
• Comply fully with Health and Safety at Work legislation
• Support catering budget control and efficient use of resources
• Deputise for the Head Chef when required
• Maintain awareness and compliance with company and client policies, risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and clients

What You’ll Bring

• City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 (or equivalent)
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate (REHIS or equivalent) – mandatory
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Understanding of COSHH, food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

What We Offer

• Good rate of pay
• All meals and accommodation provided during your working rotation
• Free on-site facilities, including a fully equipped 24/7 gym and social bar
• Laundry service available
• Structured rotation – work for 3 weeks, then enjoy 3 weeks off

Why Sodexo?

• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 virtual GP and retail discounts
• Pension and development opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive workplace

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater

We are a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to supporting disabled candidates and creating an inclusive workplace.

Join a team that values you for being you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications