About Us
The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 star, award-winning resort based in St Andrews which prides itself on the highest levels of guest care.
We are an independently owned resort, forming part of Kohler Company, a leading global hospitality provider. To find out more about Kohler Co. please visit
Why Join Our Team?
With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.
We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.
We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.
Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme and FREE fitness access.
Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer free access to The Duke’s golf course and superb discounts in our restaurants and spa. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.
When you are not on duty at the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, you have access to request to stay overnight at a discounted rate, where available.
A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love?
*All benefits subject to availability
About the Role
Our Dukes Golf Course plays host to an outstanding 5* Championship Golf Course, situated on the edge of St Andrews. The club has an excellent reputation with a range of facilities on offer to its members and guests. We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Demi Chef de Partie to join us at the Dukes Clubhouse, as we embark on exciting year in 2024. Led by our Executive Chef, you will create superb dishes with locally sourced Scottish produce and be responsible for your own section, whilst gaining invaluable guidance and development.
About You
You will be an enthusiastic individual with previous experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or Commis Chef. A solid knowledge of culinary terminology and techniques is essential along with being competent in the following: meat, fish and poultry cooking, and the preparation of vegetables, basic stocks, soups, and sauce. You will also be able to demonstrate competencies and skills within the kitchen and enjoy working as part of a team.
What we Offer
A casual opportunity with the flexibility to work up to 40 hours per week. This role will include an element of weekend working and our shift pattern will be discussed during interview. A competitive hourly rate up to £ per hour is offered, depending on your experience and a vast range of associate benefits.
Benefits include:
1. Free on-site parking
2. Lunch meal provided on-site
3. Free fitness and leisure access
4. Generous discounts in our food and beverage outlets
5. Generous discounts in our award-winning spa
6. Free Golf at our Dukes golf course
7. Bespoke wellbeing programme with regular external facilitator
8. Subsidised taxi service following late night and early shifts at certain times
9. 24/7 employee assistance line - All our associates are eligible to access the Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is an assistance line supported by a comprehensive care package of services and benefits that takes a holistic approach to employee welfare. Like the industry it serves, the assistance line is open 24/7, 365 days a year and includes a translation service for over 170 languages. The benefits available include access to debt advice and legal guidance.
*All benefits subject to availability
Job Types: Zero hours contract
Salary: £ - £ per hour
Schedule:
10. Monday to Friday
11. Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
12. Tips
Experience:
13. Chef: 1 year (preferred)
14. Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
15. Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person