Chef de Partie
Location: Aberfeldy
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Moness Resort is a popular holiday destination located in the small market town of Aberfeldy in rural Perthshire. Situated amidst stunning Highland scenery, the resort offers a range of accommodations, including well equipped family friendly self-catering cottages and hotel rooms, making it a popular destination for couples, families’ and groups. Providing a relaxing retreat where guests can unwind amongst breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a wide range of amenities and activities.
The resort is set in 35 spacious acres of ground. With the surrounding area providing ample opportunity for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, golf and fishing. Within the resort there are leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub. A dedicated Spa with a relaxing range of treatments, from manicures to full body massages, using the latest products PURE, ESPA and OPI.
On-site restaurants and bars and an outdoor terrace offer a variety of experiences from modern and informal family friendly dining through to more intimate and formal (without being stuffy); all offering a delicious choice of tasty local dishes. A very popular destination for weddings and gatherings, we tailor events that will suit a special occasion or celebration. In whichever way our guests wish to relax and unwind at Moness there is a tremendous amount on offer to choose from, to pretty much do it as you please; most importantly have 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.
As Chef de Partie at Moness Resort you play a crucial role within the culinary operations, working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen and the delivery of high-quality meals to guests. The operation and close-nit team services two restaurants and bars offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, bar snacks, an afternoon tea service together with wedding and event catering as well as take aways. Organisation, planning and coordinating the brigade you strive to exceed guest expectations by creating mouth-watering and creative meals.
Responsibilities:
Overseeing all activities related to food preparation within a section, assigning tasks according to skills and workload while providing guidance, support and motivation to the kitchen brigade. Fostering a positive and efficient work environment while ensuring teamwork and high standards are maintained.
Preparing quality dishes and personally handling all cooking duties, hands on, ensuring that each dish meets high-quality standards in taste and presentation. A natural ability to work well with ingredients and stay composed under pressure.
Collaborating with the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating and developing creative and seasonal menu items, ensuring they align with the specific restaurants culinary vision and the guests’ preferences.
Monitoring inventory levels and anticipating needs, placing orders to maintain sufficient stock levels while minimising waste and controlling costs.
What we offer:
We are a close-nit friendly and professional team that support each other, celebrate shared success in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
We believe in developing talent; career progression with opportunities to learn, grow and progress.
We understand the importance of well-being and encourage our team to keep fit and healthy through free access to our leisure facilities.
We offer our team discounts within our restaurants and with accommodation within the resort.
We support with relocation offering a variety of bridging accommodation options.
