Chef de Partie, Dunkeld House Hotel, Perthshire

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Chef De Partie at our 4* Hotel in Dunkeld.

In addition to offering a great salary, we provide a fantastic employee benefits package which includes straight shifts, recommend a friend scheme, free meals when on duty, friends & family discounts on accommodation and food/refreshments at the hotel, free use of leisure club facilities. We can also provide live in accommodation for candidates applying from out of the local area.

Dunkeld House Hotel boasts an unrivaled experience of Scottish country living. Our four-star luxury hotel sits on 280 acres of well-maintained and natural woodland and overlooks the wide and fast-flowing River Tay. We have 98 bedrooms, gym, spa facilities and pool and a selection of conference and event facilities to accommodate weddings, private functions and business services.

The Role:

Assist the Head and Sous Chef in the smooth running of the kitchen including, preparation, cooking and presentation of all foods
Maintain the consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and standards
Assist the Head and Sous Chef with the coaching and training of Commis Chefs
Assist with stock controls and delivery management and to assist with stocktaking as required
Store unused food properly to minimise waste and maximise quality
Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all kitchen equipment, counter tops, and shelves
Assist in the development and planning of menus when required
Adhere to all policies and procedures including; health and safety regulations, sanitation and food hygiene

The Person:

Previous experience in a similar role, working within a 4/5* star establishment as part of a fast-moving and quality driven team
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Rosette experience is not essential but would be advantageous
Strong coaching skills with the ability and desire to motivate the team
Flexible in terms of working hours as the role will involve working evenings and weekends’

https://www.dunkeldhousehotel.co.uk/careers/