Chef de Partie — Highland Kitchen, Precision & Passion

Inverlochy Castle Ltd; Fort William; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Staff accommodation

Training & development

High standards of hospitality

Job summary

Inverlochy Castle Hotel, a historic luxury property in the Scottish Highlands, seeks an ambitious Chef de Partie for Seasgair, under the guidance of Michel Roux Jr. You will join a highly regarded kitchen within a plush, award-winning dining environment.

Prepare and plate dishes to exacting standards, lead your section during service, and help maintain top-tier hygiene and food quality. Ideal candidates show passion, discipline and teamwork in a busy, high-caliber setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and a genuine commitment to culinary development.
• Strong background as a Commis Chef or Chef de Partie-ready for progression.
• Good knowledge of classical culinary techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and high presentation standards.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and willingness to learn in a high-standard kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Seasgair's exacting standards.
• Own and manage your designated section during prep and service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.
• Work efficiently and calmly in a busy professional kitchen.
• Support and mentor junior chefs and commis chefs.
• Ensure mise en place is accurate and timely, follow recipes and portion controls.
• Maintain food safety and cleanliness; contribute to the kitchen team and guest experience.

Skills

Passion for food

Commis Chef background

Classical techniques

Attention to detail

Team player

Work under pressure

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Inverlochy Castle Hotel, a historic luxury property in the Scottish Highlands, seeks an ambitious Chef de Partie for Seasgair, under the guidance of Michel Roux Jr. You will join a highly regarded kitchen within a plush, award-winning dining environment.

Prepare and plate dishes to exacting standards, lead your section during service, and help maintain top-tier hygiene and food quality. Ideal candidates show passion, discipline and teamwork in a busy, high-caliber setting.