Chef de Partie
| Posting date: | 17 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £30,000 plus Incentive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2024 |
| Location: | PH15 2NT |
| Company: | Discovery Taymouth Management Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0fd24ce477164fdf933b |
Summary
Discovery Land Company is a US-based developer and operator of private residential club communities with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties.
Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club is Discovery Land’s second European private members-only golf & sport community. Nestled between two national parks and at the head of Loch Tay in Kenmore, Perthshire, the club incorporates several land estates and is rich in history with dramatic views and the offer of endless adventures.
This private lifestyle-driven community will offer 125 residences, a world-class golf course and practice facility, wellness and recreation facilities, a range of outdoor pursuits as well as a refurbished 19th century castle to offer a clubhouse with a range of food & beverage outlets and indoor activities when fully established. The Club also offers additional facilities at Glenlyon, a nearby farm and mountain estate. Taymouth Castle will offer a membership that values its relationships, its health, its leisure time, and is a modern community that honours Scotland’s strong legacy of history, outdoor adventure and, most importantly, fun.
Please note the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK as we cannot offer visa sponsorship and offers are subject to successful completion of our reference and background checks.
Discover Something Unique
The first phase of the castle is due to open late spring/summer which will be an exciting time. We are looking to add to our kitchen brigade with the addition of a Chef de Partie a section leader who is responsible for the creation of exquisite dishes, that not only taste fantastic but are visually stunning, matching the creative range of food styles to suit each environment of the club.
With our members and their guests at the heart of everything we produce, our formidable team are a creative bunch hugely talented in their field. Carefully preparing a fine range of mouth-watering dishes at a variety of locations. From the Castles sumptuous and delicious afternoon teas served within our Chinese Drawing Room. Or comforting favourites at the Tavern, to baronial style feasting in the Baron’s Hall to the magnificent views and atmosphere of the Glenlyon estate and the Lairds Hall. The Outdoor Kitchen at the Grouse House to our Wild Kitchen located on the banks of the River Tay. Each experience utterly unique, creating a distinctive Scottish experience.
Discover Your New Path
Part of a strong brigade of chefs you work with the Head chef in developing exciting and creative menu choices ensuring that when it is time for our members and their guests to dine, whatever the occasion, it is beautifully presented and reflecting a mouth-watering visual appeal.
Incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques; home grown from the farm, gardens, and hills around our estate, using our bounty of natural and organic produce in creating the finest dishes.
Our menus are engineered to make the best of the finest ingredients Scotland’s incredible natural larder has to offer. Grown and foraged produce from Taymouth and Glenlyon estates play an ever-meaningful role in maintaining a truly seasonal and sustainable approach.
Leading this close-nit brigade of chefs in ensuring that each item prepared follows a well thought out and crafted recipe. Continually creating and sharing ideas with the team, supporting with their individual training and development, and allowing and encouraging participation with ideas and suggestions of new menu ideas.
Whether out in the magnificent Scottish countryside or within the Castle walls you transport our members and their guests on a culinary journey of excitement and fulfilment. From the first meal of the day, breakfast, through to the final course at supper; with a world of experiences available where no two days will be the same, you have the freedom to do your best work.
Discover Your Full Potential
This superb opportunity is for an enthusiastic Chef with at least four years-experience. You may be an experienced Demi Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in your culinary career, or, looking for a change and an opportunity to work with home grown seasonal produce. We need someone who wants to work with the best and be part of a unique and exciting project. Crafting uniquely personalised dishes that are mindful of the occasion and the individual tastes. A business who goes beyond in creating experiences for our members and guests
You exude a cheerful outlook taking pride in a job well done, celebrating success and enjoy being part of a team. Warm and friendly you have a genuine interest in people with a willing ‘can do’ approach and open to seeking advice and support when needed.
We are the home of pioneers and free spirits so previous luxury sector experience is not essential. We are at the start of a long and fascinating journey and as the club grows, so will you, learning new skills, taking on new roles and responsibilities.
Discover The Benefits and Perks
Embracing the breathtaking scenery in this part of Scotland and immersing yourself into the local community, working at Taymouth Castle Golf & Sport Club is more than a job, it offers a ‘lifestyle.’ Offers a chance to be part of the team building a project for generations to come.
- Salary £30,000 per annum plus incentive
- Uniform Provided
- Meal on duty (free of charge)
- Travelling and relocation assistance
- Use of on-site staff gym
- Access to staff activities
- Various benefits including discounted local accommodation for friends and family to visit.
- Work-Family Culture
We are situated on the A827 between Kenmore and Aberfeldy.
Close to the A9. Perth (1hour) Stirling and Edinburgh Airport (1.5hours) Glasgow (2 hours).