Sous Chef, The Dumfries Arms Hotel, Ayrshire and Arran

The Dumfries Arms Hotel is a contemporary hotel that has a rich 300 year history behind it. Situated in the ancient burgh of Cumnock, the hotel has played host to many colourful characters over the years. These include Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns having spent many a night at the old hotel bar, entertaining the locals and Sir Walter Scott, the poet and novelist who frequented the hotel.

The old hotel has undergone a complete transformation and now boasts one of Ayrshire’s largest and most stylish wedding venues along with 26 elegant bedrooms, our popular restaurant and a relaxed lounge bar with our private dining room for those special occasions.

Exciting opportunity - Experienced Sous Chef required for busy, award winning 26 bedroom hotel and restaurant in Cumnock The Dumfries Arms

Ideally the chef will have previous Sous Chef experience in similar high quality establishment, a passion for food and be a creative individual.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of kitchen management and commercial awareness as well as establishing a personal interest and rapport with management and employees. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated and committed to running a successful kitchen.

Some of the responsibilities within this role are:

Food Preparations
Buying and stock control
Health & Safety, Food Safety and other legislative requirements
Motivating and Training all other members of kitchen team
Experience in a similar role is essential.

The position is available now for the right candidate

Email Keir@dumfriesarms.co.uk

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