Chef de Partie

Meikleour Estate is recruiting for a Chef de Partie for its award-winning boutique hotel The Meikleour Arms (AA 4 Star Gold and 1 Rosette, AA Accommodations the Year Scotland We will consider Junior and Senior CDP applicants.

The 1 Rosette Franco-Scottish restaurant is a quality gastro pub serving quality "from field to plate" good food using local ingredients from the estate (venison, vegetables, foraged produce) and local farms. The kitchen has its own butchery and game larder (the estate has its own deer stalker). The hotel attracts a varied customer base all year: salmon anglers, golfers, shooting parties, and holidaymakers alike.

Benefits of the Chef de Partie Position

You will join a long-established Franco-Scottish family business (since 1820), with an excellent opportunity to work with our professional team. This role is perfect if you thrive on the buzz of a busy kitchen, which creates beautiful seasonal food.

Remuneration

• We offer our full-time CDPs a very attractive package for this permanent position with 40h contract remuneration, generous gratuities (tips) and all extra hours paid

Depending on experience (Junior or Senior CDP):

• £30160 per year + £3000 tips (see below) = £33160/year

ALL recorded overtime hours are paid at an hourly rate of £16.25 (£14.50/ hour + holiday pay)

• £32240 per year + £3000 tips (see below) = £35240/year

ALL recorded overtime hours are paid at an hourly rate of £17.37 (£15.50/ hour + holiday pay)

• Note about gratuities (tips): We use an HMRC compliant tronc system which ensures all of the hotel and restaurant's tips go to all of the staff. On average, staff can expect £1.50/ hour expected tips which combined is a very attractive package

Hours of Work

We are looking for full time candidates: 5 days out of 7 for 40 hours per week, with weekend availability, is our standard offering. 4 days out of 7 can be discussed during the interview,

Our rotas are published every two weeks, catering for the hotel's needs and as much as we can your personal part too.

Requirements

• Proven experience at CDP level or a strong Commis Chef ready for the step up. Previous experience in a 4/5 star hotel restaurant is will be looked upon favourably.
• A solid level of culinary techniques and principles (Classic French cooking in particular) .
• Our ideal candidate will come from a fresh food background and a key eye for detail.
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn. Ideally, you have an interest in provenance, the countryside, and farming practices (we have an in-house farm).
• You must be fully aware of food safety requirements
• Good knowledge of bread making would be a plus
• Organised, methodical, and a reliable team player who is also polite, punctual, and able to work independently
• You must have your own means of transport as there are no buses early in the morning and we are in a rural area (accommodation available, please see below).*

Responsibilities of the Chef de Partie

• You will be responsible for your section, including the breakfast shift, working independently or with another chef and KP.
• You will assist and support Sous-Chefs in the preparation and presentation of all food.
• You will foster a good team spirit with your kitchen colleagues and our other hotel departments.
• You will ensure the best consistency in quality, size, and presentation – be proud of the dishes you produce and always strive to exceed guest expectations.

Notes

• We offer quality, shared accommodation in Meikleour village if required. Relocation expenses are not included.
• If travelling, be aware that we are in a rural area with limited public transport. Having your means of transport is deemed essential as buses do not run through Meikleour village regularly, and not at all for the early shifts.
• Unfortunately, this opportunity does not qualify for Visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must already be in the UK with a valid right to work in the UK. Appropriate checks will be undertaken before employment.

If you think this is a job for you, please send your latest CV and a cover letter - we can't wait to meet you

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

We do not accept unsolicited agency CV's sent to the recruitment team or directly to the hiring manager. Meikleour will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CV's.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £33,160.00-£35,240.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• What professional qualifications or experiences do you have to showcase your chosen career?
• What is your signature dish?

Experience:

• Classic French Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person