Chef de Partie

Darwin Escapes; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Escapes is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our team at Dundonald Links in Irvine, Ayrshire. This full-time role requires flexibility for varied working hours, with responsibilities including meal preparation and quality control within a busy kitchen environment. Competitive salary and numerous benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Discounted staff breaks at holiday resorts

Free use of resort facilities

Food discount across all resorts

Free round of Golf

Discounts on spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

MediCash cash plan

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment preferred.
• Driving license for ease of travel to and from the resort.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Head Chef to serve high-quality dishes.
• Oversee food preparation, waste management, and portion control.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Positive work ethic

Education

Catering qualifications

Level 3 Food Safety

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Job Description

Location: Ayr Road

We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our team at Dundonald Links in Irvine, Ayrshire. competitive salary

This is a permanent position to work full time hours. This will be 40 hours across 5 variable days which will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company Overview

Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

The successful Chef de Partie will

• Learn new skills alongside a talented kitchen team.
• Work alongside the Head Chef to serve only the best dishes for our guests.
• Be responsible for various aspects of the kitchen.
• Oversee food preparation, waste management and portion control.
• Perform consistently in line with the company’s high standards.
  
  

Requirements

Some previous experience within a busy kitchen environment is desired. Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety are desirable but not essential. The successful candidate is preferred to have strong communication skills and a positive work ethic. A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the retreat.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
• Food discount across all resorts.
• *Free complimentary round of Golf .
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
• *Company employee sick pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• MediCash cash plan.
• Subject to terms and conditions
  
  

Skills Needed

About The Company

A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.

A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.

Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.

All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.

Company Culture

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.

Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.

No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!

If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.

With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort
• Some previous experience within a busy kitchen environment
• Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety are desirable but not essential
  
  

Required Criteria

• Right to Live and work in the UK
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills
  
  

Closing DateWednesday 3rd September, 2025

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Travel Arrangements

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