Overview
About Cameron House: Situated on the shores of Loch Lomond, Cameron House is a 5-star resort with a spa, golf course, resort activities, and five restaurants and bars. Our 208 bedrooms combine traditional and contemporary styles, with 115 self-catering lodges or Mansion House suites available. The site offers a range of activities in a 400-acre setting near Loch Lomond.
Role
Pastry Commis Chef — we have a unique opportunity to join our pastry team and provide baked and chilled products to our signature Cameron Grill restaurant. The role emphasizes seasonality and provenance, using free-range eggs and milk from local farms. There is a strong focus on in-house breads with a selection of signature pastries. Signature desserts in our Cameron Grill will include classics such as Baked Alaska and Pink Lady Apple and Vanilla Tarte Tatin. You will work with the Head Chef to ensure exceptional and memorable guest experiences. The scope includes assisting with the smooth and efficient running of the pastry kitchen operation, including preparing food, cooking, baking, and mise en place.
Key Responsibilities
* Receiving and safe storage of deliveries
* Performing basic cleaning duties according to schedules, ensuring regular sanitization of all workstations and hand contact surfaces
* Discarding expired and spoiled items and recording keeping in stock rooms, refrigerators, and freezers
* Accurately measuring ingredients
* Preparing ingredients, washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits
* Preparing basic salads, sandwiches, and sauces
* Plating and presenting food
* Supporting the kitchen porter team as required
Who We Are Looking For
We recruit people with varied backgrounds and personalities. While there isn’t a single typical employee, we look for the following qualities:
* Ambition, drive, and determination to meet challenges
* Friendly approach and a genuine care for our guests and service
* Care for the team and collaboration to enable everyone to do their best
* Respect for and protection of Cameron House and its environment
To Be Eligible To Apply You Will Also Need
* National 5 Qualifications in English and Maths / SVQ in Food Production at SCQF Level 5 or equivalent
* Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification
* Work experience in a professional kitchen; pastry experience is an advantage
* Attention to detail and thoroughness
* Ability to quickly build excellent working relationships
* Flexible approach to work
* Excellent communication skills
* Basic IT skills and ability to use Office software
What’s In It For You?
* Free meals when on duty
* Pension scheme and Wagestream
* Long service awards with vouchers and overnight stays
* Free Leisure Club Membership with family discounts
* Employee care service, wellbeing support, and confidential helpline
* On-site discounts on accommodation, food and beverages, golf membership, spa treatments, and activities
* Lifeworks app discounts on everyday purchases
* Supplier and local business discounts
* Free parking
* Fully funded training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and higher qualifications
We are located 40 minutes from central Glasgow, with access to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park for leisure time.
Location information and posting history are provided for context.
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