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Chef de partie

Organisation: The Macallan Distillery

Salary: £30,000 plus shift allowance (circa £5000 annually)

Location: The Macallan Estate, Easter Elchies, Aberlour AB38 9RX

As a Chef de Partie at The Macallan Estate, this role will collaborate closely with the Sous Chef to consistently uphold 5-star service standards and ensure the delivery of top-quality cuisine. Joining a dynamic kitchen team with extensive experience in multiple Michelin-starred establishments, the CDP position brings established skills, demonstrating a profound enthusiasm for crafting, cooking, and presenting exquisite dishes within a specialised section. The role requires a heightened level of diligence and the capability to operate autonomously, without supervision.

Collaborate closely with the Sous Chef to maintain consistent 5-star service standards and ensure high-quality food preparation

Demonstrate expertise in specialised culinary techniques within assigned section

Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to established recipes and standards

Monitoring portion and waste control

Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility

Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service operations

Take initiative to address any issues or challenges that arise during service

Contribute to menu development and innovation under the guidance of senior kitchen staff

Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety

Ensuring full compliance of all food hygiene and health and safety regulations including HACCP, COSHH and all other distillery related due diligence and controls

To be successful in this role, you have previous experience working in a similar role, demonstrating a solid knowledge and culinary skills. You have the ability to work without supervision and produce exceptional quality of food. Strong interpersonal abilities, facilitating seamless collaboration with both kitchen and front-of-house teams, as well as effective communication with management. A comprehensive understanding of safe food handling practices and adeptness in food rotation procedures to maintain freshness and quality. A personable and professional demeanor, consistently delivering exceptional service with a welcoming attitude. Effective problem-solving skills, enabling quick and practical resolutions to challenges encountered in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Join our team where your culinary talents and interpersonal finesse will contribute to our collective success in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Edrington more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you. 

Application Deadline: Friday 06/06/2025