Chef de Partie - Road Hole Restaurant

Sterling Kohler; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 27,003 - 36,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Staff discounts across the resort

Job summary

The Old Course Hotel, part of the Kohler Group in St Andrews, is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our award-winning Road Hole Restaurant kitchen. You will own your section within a 3 AA Rosette operation, delivering exceptional food and mentoring junior chefs in a luxury resort.

You will work closely with the Executive and Sous Chefs to uphold high standards, manage mise en place, and support stock control and cost targets while ensuring HACCP compliance and allergen management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a quality hotel or restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and allergen regulations.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day operation of your assigned kitchen section.
• Prepare and cook dishes to the standards set by the Executive and Sous Chefs.
• Ensure mise en place is completed to the required standard before service.
• Maintain high standards of quality, presentation and portion control.
• Supervise and develop junior chefs and apprentices.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Food safety regulations

Classical & modern cookery

Job description

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available for this position

About Us

At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination, the Old Course Hotel is an AA 5 Red star, award-winning resort centred around active wellbeing and indulgent good times.

Part of Kohler Company, the Old Course Hotel is a privately owned resort, priding ourselves on delivering personalised guest experiences to create lasting memories.

Why Join Our Team?

With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.

We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.

We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.

Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme and FREE fitness access.

Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer superb discounts in our restaurants, shops, spa and room rates. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.

A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love? All benefits subject to availability

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Chef de Partie to join our culinary team behind our award-winning Road Hole Restaurant. The Road Hole Restaurant offers refined dining with spectacular views over the world-famous Old Course and West Sands Beach.

As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section within our 3 AA Rosette kitchen, delivering exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation whilst supporting the development of junior chefs. Working alongside a talented team, you will play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests and maintaining the high standards expected within a luxury resort environment.

In this role you will:

• Take ownership of the day-to-day operation of your assigned kitchen section.
• Prepare and cook dishes to the standards set by the Executive and Sous Chefs.
• Ensure all mise en place is completed to the required standard before service.
• Maintain exceptional standards of quality, presentation and portion control.
• Supervise, support and develop Demi Chef de Parties, Commis Chefs and apprentices.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and stock rotation procedures.
• Help achieve food cost targets through careful ordering and waste management.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety and allergen regulations.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front of house teams to deliver seamless service.
• Promote a positive, professional and safety-focused working environment.

To be successful in this role you will have the following qualities and experience:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Demi Chef de Partie within a quality hotel or restaurant.
• Sound knowledge of classical and modern cookery techniques.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP and allergen legislation.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to perform calmly under pressure during busy service periods.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Passion for delivering exceptional food within a luxury hospitality environment.
• High standards, attention to detail and a positive, professional attitude.

Hours

Permanent Full Time , 40hrs over 5 days

Salary

£31,769.40 per annum + tronc

Overtime available as per the needs of the business paid at £15.27 per hour

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks.
• Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrews only PGA approved pro shop)
• Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family.
• Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on-site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20-metre pool, sauna and hot tub. Relax, recharge, repeat.
• Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations.
• Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet.
• Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app.
• Get Rewarded - Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it.

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.