Chef de Partie | Another Place - The Machrie
| Kitchen
Offering a competitive salary, monthly tips, and an annual £2,598 Islay Living
Allowance (paid monthly) for all off-site team.
Wild coastlines, big skies and a close-knit island community
set the rhythm of daily life on Islay. The roll of waves, breeze-blown dune
grasses, and call of seabirds make up a rich island soundtrack. It’s a haven
for people who live and breathe the outdoors. Exhilarating and revitalising,
vibrant and relaxed - the wonder of the wilds here is limitless.
Set within this captivating landscape lies Another Place – The Machrie.
Originating from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking stretch of
land that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’, The Machrie offers
elevated comforts and unforgettable experiences.
Our Chef de Partie role:
Across land, sea and air, Islay is brimming with fresh island produce – all
coming together at The Courtyard and the hotel’s award-winning 18 Restaurant
& Bar. From Loch Gruinart oysters, Islay scallops and Port Askaig
lobster, to superb beef, lamb and game, and locally grown vegetables, our menus
are as fresh as they come. Behind the bar, you’ll also find Islay whisky, gin,
rum and an array of craft beers.
We’re looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and hardworking Chef de Partie to
join our kitchen team at Another Place – The Machrie. Reporting to our Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef, you’ll be helping to
craft innovative menus, and ensure top-notch food quality.
This role provides a unique opportunity for career development in an ambitious
and expanding organization, with excellent long-term career prospects, and is a
salaried position based on a 45-hour working week.
As our Chef de Partie you’ll be:
* Assisting
our Head Chef in the effective and efficient organisation and operation of
the kitchen, supporting team to carry out allotted duties to our desired
standards.
* Carrying
out the preparation, cooking and portioning of all food dishes, inclusive
of staff meals, to our high consistent standards of quality and quantity.
* Maintaining
the appearance and functionality of our department, ensuring cleanliness
and hygiene standards of the kitchen are met.
* Compliant
with instructions provided by your immediate supervisor.
* Preparing
for business in accordance with projected department needs.
* Following
schedules within the kitchen and completing daily check sheets and
temperature logs.
* Assisting
colleagues in stocking up when necessary.
* Ensuring
the smooth running of all aspects of the kitchen and back of house areas.
* Undertaking
many crucial tasks associated with the preparation, storage and service of
food.
* Maintaining
a high level of personal hygiene and cleanliness whilst in the workplace.
* Maintaining
an organised, clean and safe workplace, not only for yourself but also for
those around.
You’ll also be:
* Helping
to ensure a safe environment for both staff and guests and following
company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
* Following
preservation standards for the proper handling of all food products
(stored at the correct temperature).
* Following
all Health and Safety guidelines.
* Promoting
our shared responsibility to look after our team and planet.
The skills you’ll be sharing with us:
* Food
Hygiene certificate
* Responsibility,
accountability, reliability
* Flexible
attitude to working hours and variable shift patterns
* Good
listening skills and a proactive, helpful attitude towards team
members
* Interest
and passion for the food industry
* A
broad knowledge of ingredients, with a particular passion for Scottish and
locally sourced, sustainable foods (desirable)
* NVQ
level 1& 2 or equivalent as a minimum
* Team
player
* Guest
service focused
* A
cool head in a high-pressure kitchen environment
* An
eagerness to develop and learn
* A
professional personal presentation with attention to personal care
* A
genuine care for our team and our wider community and environment
Additional experience you’ll need:
* A valid driving licence and use of a personal
vehicle.
* Previous experience of island living, or
equivalent (desirable).
Life at Another Place – The Machrie
On Islay, The Machrie embraces all-season island living. Due to the hotel’s remote location, you will require a valid driving license
and access to a personal vehicle. We also offer team accommodation within
same-sex residences (where possible).
As a team, we work together to deliver memorable moments for
our guests to immerse themselves in the vibrancy of island living, and it’s our
strong sense of community that allows us to offer a space where outdoor living
and indoor comforts coalesce – where both guests, locals, and team can rest,
play, work, gather, and make the most of what matters.
What we’ll offer you in return:
* A
relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay ‘the
queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the West Coast of ScotlandA
welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and encourage each other
* Accommodation
(as required, dependent on availability)
* Excellent
career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Use
of our Championship Links Golf Course (7,000 yards from the back
trees, rated one of the world's top 100), regardless of ability
* Special
rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place – The
Machrie, Another Place – The Lake, SeaSpace, and Watergate Bay Hotels
* Discounts
for you and your friends & family to eat at our variety of restaurants
(including 18 Restaurant and Bar)
* Team
social events throughout the year
* Team
assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on
topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From discounted stays to training and development
opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and
professional goals. With far-reaching views stretching across the golf links
and Laggan Bay, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Life at Another Place
isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity.
If you would love to join us as our Chef de Partie, apply now and be part of
our journey at Another Place – The Machrie, a wonderful place to work.