Chef Opportunities - Isle of Skye
Chef de Partie (Permanent) & Breakfast Chefs (Seasonal)
Portree | Perle Hotels
Perle Hotels are recruiting enthusiastic, reliable, and skilled chefs to join our kitchen teams across Portree, Isle of Skye.
We are currently hiring:
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Chef de Partie - Permanent & seasonal
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Breakfast Chefs - Seasonal (4 roles available)
These roles support our three distinctive hotel kitchens:
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Am Braigh at Bracken Hide Hotel
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Dulse & Brose at The Bosville Hotel
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Chargrill at Marmalade Hotel
While each kitchen has its own style and service rhythm, all roles may require flexibility to work across sites, particularly for breakfast service.
About the Kitchens
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Am Braigh (Bracken Hide): refined breakfast service and relaxed, produce-led dining
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Dulse & Brose (Bosville): modern Scottish bistro overlooking Portree Harbour
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Chargrill (Marmalade): contemporary steak and grill restaurant focused on bold flavours and Scottish produce
All three kitchens share a commitment to quality, teamwork, and well-run services.
Pay & Benefits
£14.00 per hour (live-in)
£15.00 per hour for local residents (includes £1.00 housing allowance)
All salary rates are under review and will be updated in April
Additional benefits include:
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Complimentary 24-hour Skye Gym membership
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28 days annual leave (pro-rata for seasonal roles)
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Staff discounts across Perle Hotels (rooms, dining & spa)
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Opportunity to work with outstanding local Scottish produce
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Subsidised accommodation is available (terms, conditions & availability apply)
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Hourly paid on a monthly basis
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Company pension
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Wellbeing services
The Roles
Chef de Partie - Permanent
As a Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section, ensuring consistent preparation, quality, and presentation. You'll work closely with senior chefs to deliver smooth services and support the development of junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and deliver dishes to a high and consistent standard
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Run your section efficiently during service
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Support junior chefs and kitchen porters as required
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Maintain food hygiene, allergen controls, and safety standards
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Assist with prep planning, stock rotation, and minimising waste
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Work flexibly across kitchens when required
Breakfast Chefs - Seasonal
As a Breakfast Chef, you'll be responsible for delivering calm, efficient, and high-quality morning service across our hotels. These roles suit organised early risers who enjoy structured service and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and deliver breakfast service to company standards
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Manage prep and service flow during busy morning periods
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Ensure excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and allergen awareness
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Support smooth handover to day or evening kitchen teams
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Work flexibly across properties as required
What We're Looking For
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Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment
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Good working knowledge of food hygiene and allergen controls
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A reliable, positive, and team-focused attitude
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Ability to work calmly and efficiently during busy services
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Flexibility to support different kitchens when needed
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A genuine interest in cooking with quality ingredients
Why Join Perle Hotels?
Working with Perle Hotels on Skye offers a rare opportunity to build your culinary experience while enjoying a strong quality of life. From coastal walks and wild swims to a close-knit community and exceptional local ingredients, Skye provides both inspiration and balance beyond the kitchen.
Whether you're seeking a permanent Chef de Partie role or a seasonal breakfast position, we'd love to hear from you.
