About the Role
The Opportunity
Our client, a well-established bar and restaurant in the Aviemore area, is looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join their kitchen brigade. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong CDP who enjoys working with fresh food in a high-volume environment and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional team.
Key Responsibilities
• Run and manage your own section during service
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to a high standard
• Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP standards
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Assist with prep, stock rotation, and waste control
• Train and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants
Requirements
Essential
• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen
• Strong knowledge of fresh food and service delivery
• Good understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures
Desirable
• Experience in a similar bar and restaurant environment
• Relevant culinary qualifications
What’s on Offer
• Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 + Tronc (£3,000 – £5,000)
• Working pattern: 45 hours per week
Typical shifts: 11:00 – 21:15 / 21:30 (1.5 hour break)
Occasional breakfast cover: 07:00 – 15:00
• Benefits: Staff meals on shift, holiday entitlement, pension
• Career development: Progression opportunities into Sous Chef roles
About You
• Confident running a section independently
• Reliable, organised, and detail-focused
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• Keen to learn, improve, and progress