This new temporary role of Libraries Project Assistant will work with the Libraries Curator to build the case for the Trust-wide cataloguing programme by conducting initial collections research, and further developing the emerging project methodology. The research and support provided during this fixed term role will provide new, valuable contributions towards the Trust’s knowledge of its book collections and will prepare the way for the cataloguing the Trust’s book collections. The postholder will help the Libraries Curator to develop understanding of the Trust’s collections and their significance by researching and writing collection-level reports for each book-holding property. These collection-level reports will be held permanently in Axiell Collections, the collections management system, to serve as background information for the item-level cataloguing that will take place in the later, large-scale, project. The postholder will be actively involved in developing a base of knowledge about each collection that will be used to
Full Time
JOB PURPOSE
Working alongside the Mackintosh at the Willow kitchen team preparing high quality dishes according to established recipes and standards. To oversee a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations during service.
Overseeing daily kitchen activities including supervising kitchen staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness and monitoring and ordering stock levels. To assist in the daily running of the kitchen, following Head Chef’s specific guidelines and maintaining hight standards and quality in both co-operative teamwork and dishes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Provide excellent food Preparation and presentation:
o Execute culinary techniques to prepare and present high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards.
o Ensure consistency and excellence in the taste, presentation, and portioning of all dishes. Ensure the team delivers consistently and to a high standard in the absence of the Head Chef
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance.
• Section Management:
o Oversee a designated section of the kitchen, delegating tasks effectively and ensuring smooth operations during service. On occasion over see running of kitchen in Head chef or Sous Chef Absence.
o Help train, mentor, and supervise junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure that the required standards are adhered to in the production and preparation of food.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for ingredients and supplies, complete ordering in line with the instructions of the Head Chef.
• Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the head chef and senior team to contribute ideas for menu development, seasonal specials, and creative presentations.
• Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications
Essential
• A degree or diploma in culinary arts or equivalent experience
Desirable
• Advanced Food Hygiene and Safety Level 3 certification
• Level 3 HACCP Certification
• First Aid Certification
Experience
Essential
Have 1+ year experience at Senior Chef de Partie level or 3+ years’ experience at Chef de Partie level.
Track record of working effectively alongside Head Chef in the running of the kitchen.
Experience in working in a high-volume restaurant or food-outlet.
A track record of high levels of cleanliness and compliance (knowledge of HACCP).
Effective communication skills.
Desirable
Previous experience of cheffing within the tourism industry.
DIMENSIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB
People Management
• To supervise the kitchen team, and various seasonal kitchen roles
• To support the Head Chef in ensuring training is completed in line with the Trust training policy to meet the needs and requirements of the individual and legislation
• To work closely with the VSM F&B and VSS Events to ensure the smooth organisation and delivery of weddings, travel trade groups and private events
• To work closely with the Mackintosh at the Willow Management team to ensure that we provide an excellent visitor experience
• To ensure that all team members are knowledgeable and motivated within their roles and support the business through effective induction, accurate job descriptions and on the job training
• Develop & manage relationships with customers, key suppliers, staff and management within the property
Finance Management
• Support the Head Chef to achieve and maximise budget gross profit and labour costs
• To ensure that all standards of food preparation and service are established and achieved in line with budget.
• To support the Head Chef maintain budgetary records and ensure that all budgets are adhered to, unless exceptional circumstances arise.
• To order all necessary food, dry goods and equipment, obtaining best buys in line with budget objectives
Tools / equipment / systems
• Have a working knowledge of Word and excel
• A sound knowledge of stock control systems
• Knowledge of epos or similar
• Catering equipment including cooking equipment and dishwashers.
Workplace context
• This role is primarily based at Mackintosh at the Willow but is required to travel occasionally to other locations on Trust business. Note that as the Trust’s properties are often in remote or rural locations where public transport may be limited, the ability and confidence to drive in the UK is desirable.
Work somewhere where a job is not just a ‘job’, where you can be part of a team with a passion for protecting and sharing Scotland’s heritage. Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, is one of Scotland’s most important heritage sites and easily accessible from Edinburgh by road and rail. Now cared for by an independent charity, we are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our historic collections and built heritage care, our visitor storytelling, and our community programmes.
In this interesting and varied role you will be responsible for the Trust’s heritage responsibilities, overseeing achievement of Museum Accreditation and all the work which goes into maintaining this designation of professional heritage care; the delivery and further development of an exceptional visitor experience; volunteering and educational visits. Overseeing a team of five, and working closely with the fundraising team to achieve your objectives, you will be a key member of our management team and will advise trustees on all heritage and community matters. As a small charity run by staff and volunteers, you should be personable and flexible in your approach to others, and be prepared to be bitten by our passion for Scott and Abbotsford.
Location: Glasgow Museums Resource Centre, 200 Woodhead Road, Glasgow, G53 7NN., and city-wide locations
Ref: GLA14625
Job Description – Paper Conservator
We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here.
Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city. To help us achieve that, we are looking for a Paper Conservator to join our Museums and Collections Conservation team.
Our teams focus on making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow. If you’re excited by the idea of being part of that, this could be the job for you.
What you need to know
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Location: You’ll work city-wide in our museum venues although your main place of work will be Glasgow Museums Resource Centre which has great links to public transport (Nitshill Railway station is a ten-minute walk) and free parking.
What you’ll do
As an experienced paper conservator, you’ll be joining our in-demand Museums, Archives and Collections Conservation team, and you’ll play an essential role in contributing to the conservation and collection care of the city’s extensive collections.
You’ll be an integral part of a well-established conservation team, reporting to a Senior Conservator and working alongside a team of conservators skilled in a variety of material specialisms who support the safe access, care, display and lending of Glasgow Museums & Archives collections.
You will have experience of working with a broad range of works on paper ideally including; Pastels, Watercolours, Photographs and Books.
Your work will make a visible and lasting difference. This could be:
• Supporting our communities
• Helping people get active
• Creating cultural experiences
• Or working behind the scenes to make it all happen
Who you are
We’re looking for someone with the right skills who brings energy to the role. If the following sounds like you, apply today!
We’re looking for someone who has:
• A recognised qualification in Conservation
• Experience and understanding of a broad range of conservation procedures to formulate appropriate treatments which require innovative solutions
• Proven experience of treating paper objects to a high standard, with full consideration of practical, access, Health and Safety and ethical issues
• Experience of carrying out condition assessments, treatment estimates and documentation
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills where novel or complex conservation problems arise
• Demonstrable ability to plan and organise time to achieve deadlines and use resources efficiently
Download the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section on MyJobScotland. Use this to shape your application and show how your experience aligns with the job.
When selecting candidates for interviews, managers will look for candidates who can demonstrate they meet all the ‘essential’ criteria listed in the Person Specification. If there are many candidates, they may also consider desirable skills. So, include those if they apply to you.
Please note this is a re advertisement and previous applicants should not re-apply.
What we offer
At Glasgow Life, our work changes lives. As a charity, we bring communities together and support wellbeing through sport, culture, heritage, and learning.
Learn more about Glasgow Life in our 10 Facts video in the Further Information section on MyJobScotland.
We support you to live a great life. Inside and outside of work. Some of our benefits include:
Holiday
When you join, you’ll get 30 days’ holiday. Plus 6.5 public holidays if you’re full-time. This increases to 35 days after 5 years of service.
Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday too!
Pension
Save for later life and join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Your future self will thank you. Our generous employer contribution will help you plan for the future.
Support
Sometimes we all need support and a listening ear. Our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme can support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
Discounts
As a colleague, you can enjoy discounts on the things you love, from Glasgow Club memberships to our museum shops and our online store. We are also part of the cycle-to-work scheme, helping you stay active.
Flexibility and development
We are proud of our flexible and inclusive work policies, which help you balance work and life. We also offer support for learning, development and career progression.
Please note that Glasgow Life is an Arm’s Length External Organisation to Glasgow City Council. We are currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure. This may impact current salaries quoted in job adverts. To learn more, visit – https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation.
What’s next
To get started, complete our short application form. In this, you’ll fill out:
• Work history
• Qualifications/training
• Key questions like “Why are you a good fit for this role?”
Use the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section to guide your answers.
Important Dates:
The closing date for this job is 11.59pm on 1st February 2026 with Interviews provisionally booked for week beginning 23rd February 2026.
Who We Are –
Our Museums service, managed by Glasgow Life on behalf of the community, cares for thousands of years of history. We take care of the city’s museum and library special collections, its archives, and operate award-winning museums, keeping them safe for future generations. We run talks, tours, workshops, and events, so people can explore and enjoy the collections. By connecting people with the city’s stories, our museums continue to enrich the lives of local people and visitors. Read more here – https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums
Diversity and Fair Work at Glasgow Life
We’re working to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of Glasgow’s communities — where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be their full, authentic selves at work.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Learn more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer
We’re also committed to Fair Work First principles, including effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect for all our staff. Learn more about our approach to Fair Work First here: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/about-us/fair-work-first
We’re working hard to address underrepresentation in our workforce. We especially welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minority communities.
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We’re excited to hear from you. Let’s shape a great Glasgow life — together.
Closing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 1st February 2026.
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Visitor Operations Manager
Calanais Visitor Centre
£35,000-£39,000 per annum
Salary negotiable dependent on experience.
Hours: 37.5pw
Location: Calanais Visitor Centre, Calanais, Isle of Lewis. HS2 9DY.
The role will initially be home-based, with onsite working once the Visitor Centre is open from Spring 2026.
The Calanais Visitor Centre is looking for a passionate Visitor Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of an exceptional visitor experience at this internationally significant site. In this pivotal role you will oversee front-of-hose operations covering admissions, retail and catering.
The Calanais Visitor Centre is undergoing an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and will reopen in early 2026 as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and a thriving community hub. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced front-of-house manager to develop and lead the visitor services team at the Calanais Visitor Centre. You’ll inspire your team to exceed visitors’ expectations, meet sales targets, and provide a world-class visitor experience in a fast-paced environment.
This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. Normal working days will be Tuesday-Saturday, however there will be a requirement to work flexibly when required, including evenings, early mornings and across the week (Monday-Saturday).
The salary for this post is £35,000-£39,000 per annum, which is negotiable dependent on experience.
Apply online at: https://careers.calanais.org/roles
Learn more about working at Calanais: https://careers.calanais.org/
For informal queries: careers@calanais.org
Head Chef
Calanais Visitor Centre
£43,000-£48,000 per annum.
Salary negotiable dependent on experience.
Hours: This is a full-time role, working hours will vary throughout the year, with an average of 37.5 hours per week across the year.
Location: Calanais Visitor Centre, Calanais, Isle of Lewis. HS2 9DY.
The Calanais Visitor Centre is looking for a passionate, experienced Head Chef to lead the development of a brand-new catering offer at this internationally significant site. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join our team. Working in a brand-new kitchen, you’ll have the chance to build your team, design fresh and engaging menus, and create a food offer that reflects the cultural significance of the site while enriching the visitor experience.
The Calanais Visitor Centre is undergoing an ambitious £10.1 million redevelopment and will reopen in early 2026 as a world-class, 5-star visitor attraction and a thriving community hub. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced chef to develop and lead the catering offer at the Calanais Visitor Centre. You’ll be passionate about taking local seasonal ingredients and making high quality food prepared on-site, taking pride in ensuring every dish meets your high expectations.
Regular working hours will generally be in the daytime; however, there will occasionally be a requirement to work flexibly, including evenings, early mornings and throughout the week (Monday-Saturday).
How to Apply
Apply online at: https://careers.calanais.org/roles
Learn more about working at Calanais: https://careers.calanais.org/
For informal queries: careers@calanais.org