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The Fife Arms Hotel, Braemar, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, is recruiting experienced Chefs to join the team. Catering for hotel residents and visitors, we offer locally sourced, seasonal produce with breakfast and dinner in The Clunie Dining Room, pub meals and snacks in The Flying Stag Pub, plus a pop-up restaurant in our Fog House and courtyard.
Chef de Partie – you will be a strong support to the kitchen brigade, assisting with preparation for service and supporting our Sous Chefs and Head Chef during service. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with experience in a similar environment, a passion for excellent food, and a desire to develop your cooking skills under the mentorship of our Executive Chef Chris Niven and the team. You will learn and gain experience on each section of our kitchen.
As Chef De Partie, You Will Be Responsible For
* The day-to-day running of your section, guided by a Sous Chef.
* Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected when dining at the hotel.
* Continually striving towards achievement and improvement.
* Keeping the Head Chef and Executive Chef informed of relevant feedback from guests or the team.
* Assisting on other sections or helping with other duties when required.
* Maintaining the cleanliness, stock control, organisation, and standards of the section.
You’ll be surrounded by a team with creative flair and a passion for fresh food and brilliant service, all with a desire to learn and grow. The team strives to go beyond for guests, the team, and the community.
Our Successful Chef De Partie Will Have
* Proven experience from within a similar luxury hospitality environment.
* A true passion for food.
* The enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
* Good kitchen and knife skills.
* A thorough understanding of health and safety, and food safety guidelines within the kitchen.
* A willingness to work to high standards demanded by a luxury establishment.
What’s in it for you?
* 48 hour contract – overtime paid as per the Hotel's overtime policy – excellent tips distributed through a TRONC system.
* High quality staff accommodation.
* Free staff shuttle bus between Ballater and Braemar on a fixed schedule.
* 30 days holiday.
* Free annual guest experience for you and a plus one.
* Enhanced pension scheme.
* Free food and drinks whilst on shift.
* Generous Artfarm-wide discounts across properties in the Scottish Highlands, London, Los Angeles, and Menorca.
* Amazing sports and social events led by local committees.
* Life Assurance.
* Health benefits including a health cash plan.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Career development opportunities tailored to your aspirations and goals.
About Artfarm And The Fife Arms Hotel
Artfarm is a one-of-a-kind independent hospitality company founded by Iwan and Manuela Wirth. It develops and operates distinctive sites including the Fife Arms Hotel in Braemar, Fish Shop Restaurant & Fishmongers in Ballater, and other venues. Artfarm brings together art, community, education, people, and place.
Located in the heart of Braemar, the hotel has 46 bedrooms, the Albamhor Spa, and event spaces. Dining experiences include the Clunie Dining Room, The Flying Stag Pub, Bertie’s Whisky Bar, Elsa’s Cocktail Bar, and the Drawing Room, all showcasing local ingredients prepared by the culinary team.
Want to join the family? Apply today!
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitality
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