The Place
Newton Lodge is a luxury lodge-style property in
the Northern Highlands and the most petite member of the Highland Coast Hotels
collection. This picturesque lodge welcomes guests from near and far, exploring
this glorious wild part of Scotland on the NC500, offering a truly authentic
Highland experience hosted by our small but dedicated team.
The lodge is a special place to be, the views are
some of the most spectacular in Sutherland looking out over Loch Glen Coul.
This high-quality lodge has seven comfortable guest rooms, a cosy bar, and
restaurant with breathtaking views.
We are in one of the most remote yet stunning parts
of the Scottish Highlands, offering a unique lifestyle. Situated on the
world-renowned North Coast 500, the lodge enjoys a great buzz and a variety of
interesting guests and locals who make our bar a welcoming community hub.
Working at Newton Lodge, the great outdoors is at
your doorstep, perfect for adventure and exploration. While the summer months
can be busy, we encourage a great work/life balance. The lodge operates from
March to October and then transitions to exclusive-use bookings over winter,
giving our team four months of slower-paced work. During these months, the main
responsibility is to check in guests and ensure turnovers between stays,
allowing for extended time off and a well-balanced lifestyle.
The Position
The hosts are the key faces of the business,
providing hands-on hospitality to welcome both tourists and locals.
Responsibilities include ensuring the smooth operation of all aspects of the
lodge, leading a small team, and achieving financial and business objectives.
The food offering operates five days a week, guaranteeing the Head Chef two set
days off every Sunday and Monday.
This role would suit a couple or family looking to
relocate to the Scottish Highlands and embrace a unique hospitality lifestyle.
The Person(s)
The successful individuals will have experience in
hospitality, with one focusing on front-of-house and food and beverage service,
and the other possessing strong kitchen and back-of-house management skills as
Head Chef.
Key skills and attributes include:
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Proven experience in hospitality management and
food service.
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Ability to lead and work effectively as a hands-on
team.
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Strong leadership and communication skills to embed
our values within the team.
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A balance of front-of-house hospitality and kitchen
expertise for seamless operations.
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Financial and payroll management experience.
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Enthusiasm for delivering outstanding Highland
hospitality experiences.
The Package
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Joint salary of £60-66K, dependent on experience.
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Service charge of approximately £3K per person per
season.
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Accommodation provided: A three-bedroom house in
the nearby village of Scourie.
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Four months off over the winter, with only light
duties required during exclusive-use stays.
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Discounts for family and friends.
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Continuous personal development opportunities.
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Bonus potential based on financial and business
performance metrics.
About Highland Coast Hotels
We are a collection of unique hotels located along
the North Coast 500 with our people at the very heart of what we do. Spirit,
warmth, authenticity, that’s what we look for. We encourage curiosity, energy,
passion, and fun. Creating experiences that exhilarate and enlighten our guests
as we showcase the very best in Highland Hospitality. It’s important to us that
we nurture and develop our people to be the very best they can be. Training and
career opportunities are on offer along with fabulous work locations, great
rates of pay, flexible hours, and lots of other lovely perks. Find out more
at highlandcoasthotels.com.