Chef de Partie

Our hotel

The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902, it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

Your key responsibilities

Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of iconic hotels that respects the individuality of the location and its team members, encouraging them to be their natural selves while providing a local, authentic experience to our guests.

Are you passionate about innovative, quality cuisine and the finest seasonal produce? Interested in taking your career to the next level at a world-leading luxury hotel to work with our Head Chef Stefano Furci and his team, creating seasonally inspired, classic brasserie dishes that harmonise quintessentially French flavours with local ingredients.

As a valued part of the Forte family, you will:

• Use the finest products, and cook from scratch to create a unique experience for our guests

• Work alongside the chefs to prepare and present food to the highest standards

• Be able to work under pressure during busy periods

• Have extensive training but should be capable of self-direction an self-reliance in a busy kitchen environment.

• Coach and Mentor Apprentices, Commis and Demi Chef de Parties

• Work 4 days a week to offer a great work-life balance

Who we are looking for

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests. We are looking for team members who bring:

• Dedication to service excellence

• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills

• Passion for cooking and growing professionally

• Great care in working with the finest products

• Excellent time keeping

Why working with us

Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry.

Working with us provides access to the following perks:

• Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels

• Extensive learning and development opportunities

• Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms

• Social activities and events

• Recognition programs

• Annual awards

• Employee Assistance Programme

£39,000 expected package (£33k salary plus qualified estimate of discretionary service charge)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment, and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.