Chef de Partie

Job Description

Role

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 Machrie offers elevated comforts and unforgettable experiences within this captivating landscape.

About the property

Another Place – The Machrie is set on Islay, with origins from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking stretch of land that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’.

Role overview

We’re looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and hardworking Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at Another Place – The Machrie. Reporting to the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef, you’ll help craft innovative menus and ensure top-notch food quality. The role is based on a 45-hour working week with salaried compensation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head Chef in the effective and efficient organisation and operation of the kitchen, supporting the team to carry out duties to the desired standards.
• Carrying out the preparation, cooking and portioning of all food dishes, including staff meals, to high and consistent standards of quality and quantity.
• Maintaining the appearance and functionality of the department, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are met.
• Complying with instructions provided by the 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 tasks associated with the preparation, storage and service of food.
• Maintaining a high level of personal hygiene and cleanliness in the workplace.
• Maintaining an organised, clean and safe workplace for themselves and others.

You’ll also be

• Helping to ensure a safe environment for both staff and guests and following 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 a shared responsibility to look after our team and planet.

Skills and qualifications

• 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

• 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 licence 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 and foster a strong sense of community that blends outdoor living with indoor comforts.

What we’ll offer you in return

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay, with a welcoming team
• Accommodation (as required, dependent on availability)
• Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
• Use of our Championship Links Golf Course (7,000 yards, top 100 in the world)
• Special rates for you and your friends and family to stay at Another Place – The Machrie and other hotels
• Discounts for you and your friends and family to eat at our restaurants
• Team social events throughout the year
• Team assistance scheme for support and advice on topics from mental health to finances

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we support our team in achieving personal and professional goals. 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.