The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle
Staff Chef - Full Time
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Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Department: Kitchen
Location: Skibo Castle, Highland
Compensation: £31,200 / year
Description
At Skibo, we believe exceptional hospitality starts with looking after our people.
Our Schoolroom Canteen is at the heart of colleague life on the estate, providing fresh, nutritious and varied meals for the teams who help create exceptional experiences for our members and guests.
From hearty home-cooked dishes and comforting soups to fresh sandwiches, salads and daily specials, we take pride in preparing food properly, making the most of quality ingredients and creating meals that colleagues genuinely look forward to enjoying.
Working as part of the Schoolroom team and alongside the wider kitchen brigade, you'll have the freedom to bring ideas to menus, utilise ingredients creatively and help create a welcoming space where colleagues can recharge, connect and enjoy great food throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities
As Team Chef, you'll be joining the team responsible for preparing and serving fresh, varied meals for colleagues across the estate.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and cooking a daily selection of hot meals, soups, sandwiches and salads.
- Planning and creating varied menus that cater to a diverse workforce.
- Using ingredients creatively to minimise waste and maximise value.
- Maintaining attractive and well stocked food displays throughout service.
- Supporting dietary, allergen and nutritional requirements.
- Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to ensure a seamless operation.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and organisation.
- Following HACCP procedures, temperature monitoring and food labelling requirements.
- Contributing ideas to keep the offering fresh, balanced and engaging.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
We're looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen, catering operation or hospitality environment.
- A passion for fresh, home-cooked food.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
- Someone who can contribute to good team dynamics.
- A proactive and flexible approach.
- Strong food hygiene and food safety awareness.
- Food Hygiene certification (or willingness to obtain this).
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Benefits
Why You'll Enjoy About This Role
- Straight shifts with no split shifts.
- No late-night finishes.
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty.
- Share of gratuities.
- Pension scheme.
- 33 days annual leave (pro rata).
- Training and development opportunities.
- Access to staff gym facilities.
- Staff benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
If you're passionate about cooking fresh food, enjoy working as part of a close-knit team and are looking for a role that offers both creativity and genuine work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
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