Head Chef, (Couple Preferred) Pennygate Lodge, Isle of Mull, Argyll and the Islands

Posted on January 30, 2025 | Start date March 15, 2025

Salary:£40,000 per annum pro rata - paid monthly with tips
Duration:Seasonal
Hours:45
Days:5 days out of 7 ( Sunday & Monday off usually but some flexibility )
Holidays:Statutory (28 days p/a)
Bedrooms:6
Covers:Dinner: 20 - 24 max; Breakfast: 12 - 14
Food type:Scottish with emphasis on local produce.
Full-time chefs:Sole chef with help from owners & other staff
Accommodation:On site. Own flat. Free use of onsite gym & golf simulator. Close to ferry & bus terminal for those without car.
Job description:

Pennygate Lodge is a 5* guest house with six letting rooms and a restaurant located on the picturesque Isle of Mull in Scotland. Overlooking the sea & a short distance from the ferry terminal in Craignure we provide the perfect base for those seeking to explore Mull with its dramatic scenery & abundant wildlife. Our award-winning restaurant offers exceptional Highland cuisine served with the finest, fresh local produce, seafood and game.

We are looking for a highly motivated & experienced Chef to operate the restaurant side of the business. The chef must show resourceful and creative characteristics, along with a passion for providing an excellent culinary experience for our guests.

We are looking for an experienced chef to join our team, either an established head chef or a exceptional sous chef looking to take the next step – an opportunity to shine. Although you will be working independently as sole chef you will be part of a small, close knit team so the ability to effectively collaborate & contribute positively toward the shared goal with the team is vital.

Duties will include so

• Menu development & planning. Seasonal changing menu, commitment to using locally sourced produce.
• Day to day running of the kitchen.
• Hygiene, health and safety, Food safety ,allergen, HACCP training should be up to date
• Oversee compliance by maintaining kitchen documentation
• Inventory levels and ordering and working with existing suppliers, costing and budgeting.

Position is available from mid March till October.

How to apply:

Please apply to Fiona Langton, Owner with your CV and reference details

Work for partners:

Yes, FOH role running restaurant ( £30,00- £35,000 )

Contact details:info@pennygatelodge.scot | www.pennygatelodge.scot
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