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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 www.kohler.com

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.

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 and FREE fitness access.

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.

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 in a variety of prestigious hotels across Scotland 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 award-winning Culinary Team have a new opportunity for a Commis Chef to join us, 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 within the resort.

The Commis Chef is responsible for striving to exceed the food quality expectations of the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa guests and for the daily successful operation of the assigned workstation in the kitchen. You will ideally have previous experience in a similar role and be used to the high demands and flexibility required for such a position.

Working in a friendly inclusive kitchen that creates superb dishes from 3 rosettes to light Spa snacks using fresh, local produce. We cater for private events from 6 to 600. This is an exciting and challenging role that will allow you to develop your skills and progress. Reporting into the Sous Chef in the kitchen, you will gain invaluable guidance and development from within the resort.

Salary

This a full- time permanent role with a salary of £25,705.00. Additional hours are paid as overtime and accommodation is available if required to assist with re-location.

Skills/Requirements

· A solid knowledge of culinary terminology and techniques

· Educated to an SVQ 1 & 2, or an NVQ or equivalent, as well as having the ability to work at all stations in the kitchen.

· A minimum of 2-years previous culinary experience in hospitality.

· Excellent Communication skills

· Meticulous Attention to detail

· Be passionate about providing the highest levels of service to both the customers and the team

Benefits include:

• Free on-site parking

• Lunch meal provided on-site

• Free fitness and leisure access

• Generous discounts in our food and beverage outlets

• Generous discounts in our award-winning spa

• Free Golf at our Dukes golf course

• Bespoke wellbeing programme with regular external facilitator

• Subsidised taxi service following late night and early shifts at certain times

• 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: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,705.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No

*Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.

On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!