Chef de Partie

ASVA: Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent visitor attraction organization in Dalkeith is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their vibrant restaurant. In this role, you will create memorable dishes while ensuring impeccable food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar position, possess a valid food hygiene certificate, and bring a creative flair to the kitchen. Enjoy a healthier work-life balance with daytime hours and benefits including six weeks’ holiday, private health cover, and gym discounts.

Benefits

Six weeks’ holiday

Private health cover

Gym and shopping discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support and resources

Qualifications

• Experience running one or more sections in a similar role.
• Proactive and organized with a sharp eye for detail, especially as pace increases.
• Understanding of HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dishes to a high standard while keeping the workstation spotless.
• Bring creativity and technical flair to your section.
• Support other team members to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Valid food hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

Dalkeith Country Park is a 1,000-acre destination with history, walks, wellness, shopping, food and adventure, just a few miles from Edinburgh. Whether in search of adventure, play, thrills, food, shopping or restoration, there is something for all.

The role? As a Chef de Partie, you will play a key role in creating unforgettable moments, whether our guests join us for a relaxed lunch, a coffee and cake break, or a once-in-a-lifetime wedding celebration. You will bring creativity and technical flair to your section, delivering dishes to a high standard while keeping your workspace spotless and meeting all food safety requirements. With a vibrant 100-seat restaurant and a further 80 outdoor covers, you will play a key role in bringing our menus to life in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dishes to a high standard while keeping the workstation spotless and meeting all food safety requirements.
• Bring creativity and technical flair to your section and help bring our menus to life in a fast-paced environment (100-seat restaurant and 80 outdoor covers).
• Support other team members as needed to ensure smooth service and exceptional guest experiences, including during weddings or other events.

Person specification / Qualifications

• Experience running one or more sections in a similar role.
• Proactive and organized with a sharp eye for detail, especially as pace increases.
• Valid food hygiene certificate and understanding of HACCP principles.

Why work for us

Unlike many hospitality businesses, we work mostly in the daytime, offering a healthier work life balance and more sociable hours to fit around your life. Colleagues enjoy a range of benefits including six weeks’ holiday, private health cover, gym and shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing support and resources.

How to apply

Please email your CV and covering letter to [e-mail].

The closing date for applications is 19 February.

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Application Deadline: Thursday 19/02/2026

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