Chef de Partie in Bishopton

About Us

JA Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort is a peaceful countryside retreat and soulful escape – your haven of Scottish charm, spa indulgence, and championship golf.

Recently, Mar Hall proudly joined JA Resorts & Hotels, a heritage hospitality brand with award-winning properties across Dubai, the Maldives and Scotland.

This exciting new chapter brings global expertise, world-class standards, and new opportunities for our teams.

As part of the JA family, you’ll be connected to an international network of talent, innovation, and career development, all while helping us honour the warm, authentic spirit that makes Mar Hall truly special.

Set within 240 acres of woodland on the banks of the River Clyde, our resort features elegant bedrooms and suites, a championship golf course, a luxury spa and wellness experience, and exceptional dining shaped by creativity and Scottish provenance.

Together, we are elevating the resort into one of the UK’s most exceptional luxury destinations and you can be part of it.

Role Overview

The Chef de Partie is an important member of the culinary brigade at JA Mar Hall, taking ownership of an allocated section and ensuring food is prepared, cooked and presented to consistently high standards.

Reporting directly to the Restaurant Head Chef, who reports to the Executive Chef, you will play an important role in the continued development of the resort’s culinary offering.

This is a hands-on position for a chef who takes pride in their craft, understands the importance of consistency and enjoys working within a busy, varied resort environment.

JA Mar Hall has a complex Food & Beverage operation, encompassing the Gallery, Dining Room, breakfast, Clubhouse, banqueting, weddings, meetings, events and other guest experiences.

You will therefore need to be flexible and willing to support different areas of the culinary operation when required.

Key responsibilities of the Chef de Partie will include

• Culinary Responsibilities
• Take ownership of your allocated section and ensure it is consistently operated to the required standard.
• Prepare, cook and present food in accordance with recipes, specifications and presentation standards.
• Ensure all food leaving the kitchen reflects the quality expectations of JA Mar Hall.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of ingredients, preparation methods and cooking techniques.
• Complete all required mise en place to the appropriate standard and within agreed timeframes.
• Maintain consistency in flavour, quality, portion control and presentation.
• Support the Restaurant Head Chef and Sous Chefs with menu development and the continued evolution of the resort’s culinary offering.
• Contribute ideas and feedback that can improve food quality, efficiency and guest experience.
• Restaurant & Service Excellence
• Support the Restaurant Head Chef and Sous Chefs in delivering exceptional food across the resort’s restaurant operation.
• Work closely with the wider Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain high standards throughout preparation and service.
• Communicate effectively with senior chefs and Front of House colleagues.
• Respond professionally to guest requirements and special requests.
• Take pride in every plate and understand the importance of consistency in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Support the delivery of VIP experiences, special occasions and bespoke guest requirements where required.
• Meetings, Events & Banqueting
• Be flexible and willing to support the wider culinary operation when required.
• Assist with preparation and delivery for meetings, conferences, weddings, private dining and events.
• Support the Kitchen team with large-scale preparation and event mise en place.
• Work effectively during periods of increased business and high-volume service.
• Be prepared to work across different areas of the resort’s culinary operation according to business requirements.
• Understand that the ability to move between restaurant, banqueting and events operations is an important part of working within a resort environment.
• Operational Excellence
• Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness within your section.
• Ensure all mise en place is prepared correctly and service-ready.
• Follow all recipes, SOPs and kitchen procedures.
• Support stock rotation, storage and waste management.
• Assist with deliveries and stock checks when required.
• Ensure equipment is used correctly and safely.
• Complete all required cleaning and close-down duties.
• Support the wider Kitchen team during busy periods.
• Take responsibility for raising any operational, quality or equipment concerns with the Restaurant Head Chef or senior culinary team.
• Food Safety & Compliance
• Maintain full compliance with food safety legislation and JA Resorts & Hotels procedures.
• Follow HACCP requirements and all relevant food safety controls.
• Maintain a strong understanding of allergens and dietary requirements.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared and handled safely.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Complete cleaning schedules and relevant records accurately.
• Report any food safety, health and safety or equipment concerns immediately.
• Teamwork & Communication
• Communicate clearly and professionally during service.
• Support junior colleagues and share knowledge where appropriate.
• Be willing to assist colleagues across the Kitchen when required.
• Maintain a positive, respectful and professional approach at all times.
• Understand that exceptional hospitality depends on strong collaboration between Kitchen and Front of House.
• Guest Experience
• Understand the important role the Kitchen team plays in creating memorable guest experiences.
• Take pride in delivering food that reflects the quality and personality of JA Mar Hall.
• Ensure every plate demonstrates care, consistency and attention to detail.
• Support special dietary requirements and guest requests professionally.
• Work collaboratively with Front of House colleagues to ensure the overall guest journey is seamless.
• Recognise that culinary excellence is an essential part of the resort’s journey towards elevated luxury standards.
• Service Culture
• Live and demonstrate the JA Resorts & Hotels philosophy of

Warm, Real and Fresh every day.

Warm

Support a positive kitchen environment where colleagues feel respected, valued and part of the team.

Real

Take ownership of your section, communicate honestly and demonstrate professionalism and pride in your work.

Fresh

Bring energy, creativity and a willingness to continually improve your skills and the guest experience.

Understand that service culture exists throughout the resort, including within the Kitchen, and that the way we work together directly impacts our guests.

• Standards & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain consistently high personal and professional standards.
• Follow recipes, SOPs and culinary specifications accurately.
• Be receptive to coaching and feedback from the Restaurant Head Chef and senior culinary team.
• Continue developing your culinary skills and knowledge.
• Identify opportunities to improve preparation, presentation, efficiency and consistency.
• Support the Restaurant Head Chef in maintaining and improving section standards.
• Contribute to the resort’s ongoing journey towards Forbes luxury standards through attention to detail and consistent execution.
• Commercial Awareness
• Understand the importance of responsible food management.
• Support effective portion control.
• Minimise food waste and use ingredients efficiently.
• Maintain correct stock rotation and storage.
• Understand the relationship between culinary quality, guest satisfaction and commercial performance.
• Support an efficient Kitchen operation without compromising food quality.

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience at Commis Chef level within a quality hotel, restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Strong practical culinary skills and a genuine passion for food.
• Experience working within a busy restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Experience with banqueting, meetings, weddings or events would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working across different areas of a resort operation.
• Reliable, organised and professional.
• A positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• A genuine desire to develop and progress within a luxury hospitality environment.
• Experience within a four or five-star hotel or luxury resort would be advantageous.
• Knowledge or experience of Forbes Travel Guide standards would be advantageous but is not essential.
• What Success Looks Like
• Your section consistently delivers food to the required culinary standard.
• The Restaurant Head Chef can rely on you to take ownership and deliver consistently.
• Food preparation and service are organised, efficient and professional.
• You are flexible and willing to support meetings, weddings, events and wider resort requirements when needed.
• The Kitchen team works collaboratively and communicates effectively with Front of House.
• Food safety and hygiene standards are consistently maintained.
• You demonstrate pride in your work and contribute positively to the culinary culture.
• You continue to develop your skills and contribute to the ongoing elevation of JA Mar Hall’s culinary offering and journey towards Forbes luxury standards.

Company Benefits

At JA Mar Hall, you’ll find more than a job - you’ll build a career within a global hospitality family. We offer a range of additional benefits featuring:

• Complimentary luxury leisure club membership.
• Discounted leisure club membership for your friends & family.
• 50% discount on Spa treatments for yourself, and your friends & family.
• Generous Golf day discounts for you, friends, and family.
• 50% discount on food for you +3 guests, and 25% off beverages available across the resort dining outlets.
• Discounted colleague overnight stays for JA Mar Hall and JA The Bruntsfield, Edinburgh.
• Friends & family hotel rates at JA Mar Hall and JA The Bruntsfield, Edinburgh.
• Exclusive access to Wisdom, our confidential wellbeing support programme including access to medical, mental health, financial and counselling advice and support, for you or your family.
• Access to exclusive £100 room rates across the Po B Hotels collection.
• Free on-site parking at JA Mar Hall.
• Recommend-a-Friend bonus scheme.