Chef de Partie

Be part of the Family       

We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.

We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.

We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.

Peebles Hydro

We’re located at the heart of the Scottish borders, and offer a welcoming place to relax, unwind and magically shut off from the pressures of modern life. We’ve been welcoming guests for over 100 years and have many stories to tell. Today, we are home to 132 bedrooms, 3 eateries, 6 function spaces, a leisure club, spa and an array of outdoor spaces. We are also home to the wonderful 1881 Gin Distillery and Gin School which offers a unique experience for its visitors.

About the role

At Peebles Hydro, the emphasis for food is on quality. We know that freshness and quality are important to our guests, so we work hard to include the best local produce and seasonal ingredients. Our chefs are flexible so you could be producing food for our restaurant and lounge as well as busy functions. This means you’ll have a varied workload.

So, if you’re passionate about fresh produce, enjoy the buzz of a busy kitchen in a business that’s transforming, then this is perfect for you.

Do you have what it takes?

As Chef de Partie, you’ll motivate the commis chefs to prepare food for up to 120 people on busy days.  You’ll have an eye for quality, consistency and portion control.

You’ll build good relationships with the front of house team to make sure our guests get exactly what they want, quickly. 

A qualification in professional cookery would be great, and relevant industry experience at Chef de Partie level is essential. You’ll be flexible as hours of work are variable to meet the needs of the business.

What’ll you’ll get from us

• Live-in Accommodation – Affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off food, drinks and retail, discounted leisure membership and reduced rates on hotel activities.
• Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night  - where will you explore next?
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
• Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
• A Friendly & Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well-being are a priority.
• Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
• Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
• Team Events & Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.

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Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.