Sous Chef

Fonab Castle Hotel is a 34 bedroom 3 AA Rosette 5 star Hotel situated in Pitlochry in Perthshire.

We are looking for an experienced Junior Sous Chef to join our team.

Ideally you will have fine dining experience in a rosette hotel but you will also need to be able to deal with higher volume in the brasserie as both use the same kitchen.

Working with a good team with a brand new kitchen which has the most modern kitchen equipment.

Good scope for promotion and to develop your career.

Nice location with a good young team in place.

Position is available now for the right candidate.

Please apply to David Barnett, Executive Chef with your current CV and reference details.

Possible - depending on experience

Glenapp Castle is a 17 bedroom, 5 star 3 AA Rosette Relais & Châteaux hotel situated in Ballantrae, Ayrshire.

Due to an exciting business expansion, there has never been a better time to join a rapidly growing business and we are now welcoming applications for a Sous Chef to join our five star kitchen team at Glenapp Castle, nominated recently for the Best Independent Hotel of the year award at the Cateys 2018. This is a full-time position working shifts five days over seven where you will help to create a culture of creative excellence by ensuring inspirational customer experiences.

Experience within the hotel/hospitality sector is essential; however full training will also be provided. It is more important that the right candidate can demonstrate a willingness to learn and a positive attitude. We are always interested to hear from talented individuals from all walks of life.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following:
* a strong interest in a career in hospitality
* good communication and interpersonal skills
* enthusiasm and flexibility
* willingness to learn and a positive attitude
* calmness in a busy and pressurised environment
* attention to detail and a flair for creativity

In return, we offer career development to help you reach your full potential, a positive and stimulating working environment and excellent rates of pay, coupled with an amazing benefits package to complement your competitive salary which includes the following:

* 28 days annual holiday entitlement
* Death in service life assurance policy
* Discounted accommodation rates with Relais & Chateaux, Pride of Britain and Luxury
Scotland Hotels
*Gratuities
* Enrolment in our pension scheme

Due to the business growth at Glenapp, this position would be ideal for someone looking to advance their career to the next level and we will offer support and development opportunities to enable the right candidate to succeed in this goal.

Accommodation may be available if required.

Please apply to Jennifer Climie, HR with an up-to-date CV and reference details

Yes - front of house and housekeeping

The Banff Springs Hotel is a privately owned and run 36 bedroom hotel overlooking the Moray Firth. This Hotel is a 15 minute walk away from Banff Castle and 0.8 miles from the harbour.

We are a well-known privately owned hotel on the north east coast of Scotland.

We serve a high level of food, all locally sourced and to the highest standard.

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen team.

Working with a very professional and friendly team in a permanent position with good prospects.

Providing cover and support for our head chef on days off and holiday.

This is a full time position and is available now for the right candidate.

Apply directly to Pauline Gray manager with an up to date CV and reference details.

Possible depending on their experience

Islay House is an 11 bedroom hotel situated on the Isle of Islay.

We are looking for an experienced Sous chef to join our small team.

Our team are from a Michelin / AA rosette background, we pride ourselves on delivering quality dishes.

You will provide support and cover for our Head Chef of days off

You will be living in a beautiful area with a variety of activities to do on your time off such as fishing, golfing and hiking.

This may suit a couple.

Position is available now for the right candidate.

Please apply to Alex Floyd with an up-to-date CV and reference details

yes - housekeeping or food and beverage

Isles of Glencoe Hotel

About the role

At the Isles of Glencoe Hotel, the emphasis for food is on quality. We know that freshness and quality are important to our guests, so we work hard to include the best local produce and seasonal ingredients. This role is about working closely with the head chef to lead a team of chefs to produce great food for our dining room, café and functions. That means you will have a varied workload and you will be flexible in adapting your style and approach in line with fluctuating customer needs. So if you enjoy the buzz of driving great standards in food within a busy kitchen in a business that’s transforming, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Do you have what it takes?
As the Sous Chef, you’ll motivate the chefs to prepare food to a high standard for the restaurant, as well as functions for up to 120. 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 customers get exactly what they want, quickly. A qualification in professional cookery would be great, and relevant industry experience at Sous Chef level is essential. You’ll be flexible as hours of work are variable to meet the needs of the business.

What you’ll get from us
We’re offering the chance to work in a friendly, forward thinking company. There’s a competitive pay rate on offer, and our benefits include on-site discounts (as well as long term career prospects.)

Please apply to Sandra Milne, Recruitment Manager with a copy of your updated CV and reference details

Possibly

The Grant Arms Hotel is a 3 star 50 bedroom hotel situated in Grantown on Spey just 15 miles from Aviemore and 35 miles from Inverness.

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our stable team.

You will be able to support and cover for our Head Chef on time off and holidays.

We are the very best Hotel in the area with an excellent reputation for food, service hospitality and standards.

We boost a clean modern, well appointed and well maintained kitchen. It reflects the very high standard of accommodation which exceeds customer expectation.

This position is available now for the right candidate.

email with CV to manager@grantarmshotel.com or in writing to:
General Manager
Grant Arms Hotel
Grantown on Spey
PH26 3HF

No

At Gilpin we have a passion for food and our kitchen team reflect this – in the Michelin starred restaurant HRiSHi, and in Gilpin Spice where we serve dishes from countries along the spice trail in a fun and funky atmosphere. You will be part of a friendly and hard working team continuously striving for new challenges and developing your skills as you take this next step in your career.

REASONS TO JOIN GILPIN
COMPETITIVE PAY & FUTURE POTENTIAL
With 28 days holiday and a competitive starting salary, there is great potential to progress within Gilpin. In addition, as part of Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain, we can offer great long term career opportunities, whether you choose to stay with us for a long time or would like the opportunity to work in different parts of the country – or the world! See the Relais & Châteaux recruitment mini film on our website.

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Training is hugely important within the hotel and we have a great intranet and training system in place to help us with this, as well as working with Kendal College for those members of our team that wish to take specific qualifications. You will be part of a friendly and hardworking team continuously striving for new challenges and developing your skills as you take this next step in your career.

GREAT STAFF ACCOMMODATION
We have fantastic subsidised shared staff accommodation, some at the hotel, some in the countryside, and some in the centre of Windermere. In all accommodation there is a shared kitchen and lounge area, and some have added extras such as a pool table, dart board and X-box… We spring clean and paint your room before you move in, meet you, show you around, and settle you in with a welcome pack.

A BEAUTIFUL LOCATION
Gilpin is located in some of the most beautiful countryside of England in the Lake District National Park; we are close to towns and villages, If you love the great outdoors this is the role for you.

STAFF MEALS & DISCOUNTS IN OUR RESTAURANTS
We serve home-cooked fresh food for all staff on duty, and also offer a 50% staff discount on food in HRiSHi and Gilpin Spice.

GYM MEMBERSHIP & SPA TREATMENTS
We have membership of the Choices Health Club in Troutbeck Bridge which staff are welcome to use. Facilities includes a swimming pool, gym, steam room, sauna and hot tub.Staff also get a discount on spa treatments at the Gilpin Lake House’s Jetty Spa.

FRIENDSHIP & FUN
We have over 100 on the team, but we’re not a big international hotel. We love what we do, and believe it’s important to have a friendly warm atmosphere behind the scenes as well as out front. We are family run with a strong team of managers who really look after, look out for and nurture our teams. We have a lovely, friendly, close knit team, where great friendships are made (often long term). We believe in enjoying what we do!

Please apply to Gilpin Lodge with an up-to-date CV and recent contactable work references

Possibly in front of house or housekeeping

The Islay Hotel on Islay is a 4 star hotel we are looking to recruit a sous chef for our busy kitchen.

Exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented chef to join our brigade in the preparation of high quality meals using the finest local and seasonal ingredients, with an emphasis on local seafood, whilst constantly delivering on taste and presentation.

Looking for someone who can contribute to the kitchen with menu ideas and cover for the head chef during their time off.

We have a very stable environment with excellent training being offer and our kitchen is spacious and well equipped. We do around 30/40 covers for lunch with 80/120 evening meals served throughout our bar and restaurant.

Ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop their talent and skills in a fabulous location.

We are able to offer permanent position or seasonal as preferred. Excellent training and support provided.

Please send CV to: allison@theislayhotel.com

yes in front of house and housekeeping

I am looking for a sous chef for a privately owned and well established hotel situated in Aberdeen. A nice seafront location with a good team in place.

We are looking for someone who can take control of the day-to-day running of the kitchen during the head chefs time off. You will have input into menus.

Good demonstration of health and safety and hygiene is essential.

This is a nice place to raise a family if you are looking at relocating.

Position is available now for the right person but we are also happy to wait for the right candidate.

Please apply to Jessica at Chefs In Scotland with your up-to-date CV quoting 8026

No

The Classroom is a busy restaurant, situated in the heart of Nairn, 16 miles from Inverness.

We are looking for a junior sous to join our team.

Ideally you will have some experience at this level.

We require a career driven individual.

Working with fresh, local produce in a busy but relaxed environment.

The position is available now for the right person.

Please apply to Fiona Lean, Owner with a copy of CV and reference details

No