Chef de Partie - Live In Available

Crieff Hydro Group; Crieff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Tips share

Staff discounts

Team events

Job summary

Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead junior chefs, ensure quality and portion control, and collaborate with front-of-house staff to deliver a superb guest experience.

You will contribute ideas for daily specials and help shape the East menu, with live-in accommodation available on site and a strong focus on team spirit and career development.

Qualifications

• Motivate commis chefs to prepare food with a focus on quality, consistency and portion control.
• Build strong relationships with front-of-house to ensure guests receive what they want quickly.
• Suggest ideas for daily specials and contribute to the à la carte menu.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee dishes in line with Terrace/Meikle restaurant menus.
• Assist Head Chef with menu development and daily changes.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and stock control in a busy kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Portion control

Teamwork

Education

Professional cookery qualification

Job description

Be part of the family...

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

Crieff Hydro Hotel

In the heart of Scotland, we’re set in a 900 acre estate in stunning Perthshire. A home from home, we’ve been welcoming generations of families for 150 years. We have 215 hotel bedrooms, 55 self-catering lodges, 6 restaurants and over 60 onsite activities – including a spa, leisure center, horse-riding center and our famously exciting Action Glen. There really is something for everyone!

About the role

Our Restaurants offer a variety of foods. Working with local suppliers, we’re committed to consistency of production using locally sourced products. If you’re excited about driving change, have a flair for all things Food, and want to be part of a great team, looking to make your mark, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We’re recruiting multiple team members to join us in either our Terrace or Meikle restaurants. This is a full-time role (45 hours per week), and live-in accommodation is available on site, with all bills included.

The Terrace Restaurant is open for dinner and occasional daytime events, serving up all the classic favourites you’d expect in a relaxed, family-friendly setting - from wood-fired pizzas to juicy steaks.

The Meikle Restaurant offers a varied experience throughout the day, including buffet breakfasts for over 600 guests, brunch, afternoon tea, and dinner featuring our East menu - a vibrant selection of South East Asian-inspired small plates.

What we need from you

• As Chef de Partie, you’ll motivate the commis chefs to prepare food for our Restaurants. You’ll have an eye for quality, consistency and for portion control.
• You’ll build good relationships with the front of house team to make sure our guests get exactly what they want, quickly.
• With an input into our daily special’s menu, you’ll also give our Head Chef your ideas for changing our a la carte menu.
• A qualification in professional cookery would be great, and relevant industry experience is essential.

What you’ll get from us

• Up to £31,500per annum plus a share of tips (estimated £3,000 per annum).
• Live-in Accommodation– On-site housing may be available, withbills included, making your move stress-free. Most of our accommodation is single occupancy with an ensuite bathroom, but this isn’t a guarantee.The rate of our accommodation is outlined by HMRC, further details can be discussed at interview.
• A Friendly & Supportive Team– Work in afun, welcoming environmentwhere team spirit and well-being are a priority.
• Grow with Us– We invest in our people. Whether you’re looking todevelop new skillsor take thenext step in your career, we’ll support you every step of the way.
• Career Progression– With multiple hotels, departments, and roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities togrow and explore new career paths.
• Leadership Development– Get access to ourBe A Leader programmeand develop the skills to take your career further.
• Exclusive Discounts– Enjoydiscounted leisure membership,30% off retail, 30% of food and drinks, plus great savings on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays– Take time to recharge withdiscounted staysat all of our hotels from just£30 per night- where will you explore next?
• Refer a friend initiative– earn a bonus up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest mention incentive– earn an extra £5 for each guest review which positively mentions you.
• Wellbeing Support– Access24/7 confidential supportvia theHealth Assuredemployee assistance programme, covering mental health, financial advice, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party– We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and alegendary annual staff party.

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Please note:This opportunitydoes not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have theright to work in the UK.