Chef de Partie in Aberfeldy

As a Chef de Partie at Taymouth Castle, you embody craftsmanship, quality and a standard of quiet excellence - while treating every service as an opportunity to look after guests and teammates alike. You take ownership of your section with pride, precision and creativity - shaping dishes that tell a story - while nurturing a calm, collaborative environment behind the scenes.

Just as the Castle offers guests a sense of warmth, elegance and effortless comfort, you bring that same spirit into the kitchen. You guide junior chefs with generosity and contribute to a culinary experience that feels personal, memorable and unmistakably Taymouth where people are our priority.

Our ethos is simple, from seasonality and Scottish provenance to mindful sourcing, foraging and sustainable practices. And we believe in having fun while doing it: we take our craft seriously, but not ourselves. You’ll help build a spirited, supportive team culture where high standards and good humour go hand in hand.

This role suits someone who thrives in a close-knit, high-performing team - someone ambitious, skilled and thoughtful, with the desire to grow into future leadership. You bring discipline, creativity and a genuine love for cooking beautiful food.

• Lead your designated section with confidence, organisation, and pride - preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to the highest standards, every service, every plate.
• Maintain impeccable mise en place, ensuring your area is calm, clean and always ready.
• Taste, test, and refine - balancing flavour, checking temperatures and polishing presentation.
• Work closely with senior chefs to bring ideas to life, contributing to menu development that celebrates local produce and Scottish heritage.
• Minimise waste and champion sustainability in daily prep and production.
• Support, guide and encourage junior chefs - being a steady, positive influence in their development.
• Share knowledge generously and give clear, constructive feedback to foster a culture of respect and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a team spirit where service feels coordinated, elegant, efficient and fun.
• Embrace the dynamic rhythm of service, adjusting with professionalism and positivity.
• Support immaculate housekeeping throughout the kitchen, maintaining the elegance and order synonymous with Taymouth Castle.
• Engage positively with team members and guests, contributing to a collaborative, service-driven culture.
• Monitor stock levels and proper rotation and minimal waste, assist with the inventory, order stock and receive our luxury food and beverage deliveries.
• Uphold our exceptional standards while demonstrating passion and flare in the pursuit of service excellence.
• Be actively involved in day-to-day operations through observance and collaborating proactively with team members.
• Contribute to departmental and wider business meetings where necessary.
• You can be creative by redefining, creating, and planning something bespoke for people who like to do things differently.

Based within the castle or at various locations throughout the estate. Although much of your time will be spent indoors, some events may be hosted outdoors. This role can involve prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.

• One to two years’ experience, in the same or a similar role / and or estate environment, working with a small team.
• A calm, considered, and supportive leadership style - able to mentor others while maintaining high personal standards.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.
• A results-driven, passionate approach - always striving to elevate quality and do things beautifully.
• Eagerness for continuous learning, development and craft refinement.
• Attention to detail with a warm, casual style letting your genuine personality shine through.
• Calm, confident and discreet, taking huge pride in your presentation.
• Exemplary time management and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to juggle competing priorities with minimum supervision.
• Adapt accordingly to suit the profile of the business.
• Ability to adjust working days and hours of work to meet business needs, as and when required.

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.

Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!

Founded in 1994 by Michael S. Meldman, Discovery Land Company specializes in building luxury residential private club communities and resorts worldwide. We have grown to be the premier player in the high-end resort residential niche with 30 world-class projects in our portfolio.

Our communities are distinct with their own architectural styles, world-class amenities, and high levels of service. We don’t build buildings, but rather we build settings where families can create intergenerational memories and enrich their lives in exquisite and untouched sanctuaries.

To ease and enrich your experiences, Discovery holds itself to the highest of service standards. Every decision we make is driven by one fundamental objective: to make the time you spend with the people you care about most not merely enjoyable, but memorable.

Spanning 8,000 majestic acres, Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club is a private residential, golf, and sporting community with a rehabilitated historic 19th century castle in the Western Grampians of Scotland.

The newly reimagined castle and surrounding community will feature signature five-star amenities, programs, and services of a Discovery club with a grand Scottish flair.

• Competitive Salary
• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Staff Accommodation on a fixed term
• Uniform Provided
• Meal on duty (free of charge)
• Use of on-site staff gym
• Access to staff activities
• Various benefits including discounted local accommodation for friends and family to visit.

All team members are protected by Wellbeing Plus: Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme, which provides easy access to a wide variety of services and helps support a range of personal or work-related issues.

We are situated on the A827 between Kenmore and Aberfeldy. Close to the A9. Perth (1 hour) Stirling and Edinburgh Airport (1.5 hours) Glasgow (2 hours).