Job Ref: CRI4781
Branch: Kingshouse Hotel
Location: Kingshouse Hotel, Ballachulish
Salary/Benefits: £28,600 per annum DOE plus a share of tips (est. £4k PA) and excellent benefits including discounted hotel stays and activities across Scotland
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 02/06/2026
Closing date: 19/06/2026
Be part of the Family
We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.
We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.
We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.
The Kingshouse Hotel
The Kingshouse Hotel is part landmark hotel, part adventurer’s bunkhouse – slap-bang in Glencoe and on Scotland’s world-famous West Highland Way. We have 57 bedrooms offering a great night’s sleep plus the bunkhouse offering shared rooms, a restaurant, and two bars. Everyone is welcome and everyone will feel at home.
Our estate-to-plate ethos runs through all our restaurant and bar menus. Inspired by our location and Scotland’s abundant land and sea larder, we use the best of ingredients to guarantee our guests an exceptional experience, brimming with Scottish hospitality and flavour.
About the role
As our Breakfast Chef, you’ll be the early bird who ensures our guests start their day with a delicious and nutritious breakfast. You’ll have an eye for quality, consistency, and portion control. A great coach, mentor, and communicator, you’ll pass on your passion and knowledge of food to the team and be able to step up and lead the team in the Head Chef’s absence.
You’ll also build good relationships with the front of house team to make sure our guests get an exceptional customer experience.
What we need from you
- Breakfast Chef Experience – in a similar 4 or 5 star setting
- Leadership – a natural leader; we want happy, confident, motivated teams
- Passion – an obvious enthusiasm for Scottish food produce and menu development
- Business Acumen – you’ll understand GP and manage budgets
- Standards – the serious bit…you’ll have a good knowledge of Health and Safety
- Creativity – we want you to bring your flair and individuality to the table
- Flexibility – there’s no problem you can’t fix
What you'll get from us
- Live-in Accommodation – Affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
- Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off food, drinks and retail, discounted leisure membership and reduced rates on hotel activities.
- Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
- Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
- Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
- A Friendly Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well-being are a priority.
- Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
- Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
- Team Events Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.
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Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.
Getting here
We’re only a 40-minute drive from Fort William and 1 hour from Oban.
For those wanting to use public transport, you can catch a bus just five minutes from the Hotel. Buses also go from here to Glasgow/Edinburgh or North through the Highlands to Inverness – a couple of hours either way. There’s up to eight a day in summer and a few less in winter, so good for getting away on your days off.
