Chef de Partie, Inverlochy Castle, Lochaber

Inverlochy Castle Hotel is located 2 miles from Fort William which is the outdoors capital of the UK.

Part of the ICMI collection.

As a Chef De Partie you will assist the Head Chef to ensure in the smooth running of the food offer in the hotel. To effectively support the kitchen team to achieving the highest standard of food production especially in the Head Chef’s absence. To control and manage the food cost in line with the budget, source ingredients in accordance with the Company’s sourcing policy and control production and portions in line with agreed specifications. The Chef de Partie must be able to solve problems quickly and in a professional and pleasant manner. Have initiative, have self-discipline, effective communications skills, and the ability to organize and direct the work of others.

Key Responsibilities:

 To work with the restaurant team to understand customer expectations, comments and to handle any complaints to satisfy the customer promptly
 To consistently prepare and cook all food to the standards and dish specifications, and train the team to do the same
 To be hands on and present during the busy service periods
 To be a team player at all times and be prepared to be flexible in order to ensure that all operations are always as guest-focused, efficient and profitable as possible.
 To ensure that the hotel’s Health & Safety Policy and Food Safety Management System are adhered to in the kitchen including all related paperwork checks & record keeping
 To ensure the menu, daily specials and special menus are available, as appropriate
 To ensure functions menus are managed effectively in conjunction with the manager in charge
 To ensure that the kitchen team are fully prepared, stocked and set for service
 To assist the Head Chef with supervision, planning, training, coaching and developing of the kitchen team to meet the needs of the guest, the business and the company
 Be a role model for the team by actively displaying consistent cooking skills, a positive & proactive attitude and hygienic appearance at all times

This position is available now for the right candidate.

Please apply to Scott Campbell, manager, with your up-to-date CV and reference details

Possible depending on experience