Chef de Partie

About Us

JA Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort is a peaceful countryside retreat and soulful escape – your haven of Scottish charm, spa indulgence, and championship golf. Recently, Mar Hall proudly joined JA Resorts & Hotels
, a heritage hospitality brand with award-winning properties across Dubai, the Maldives, Seychelles, and Scotland.

This exciting new chapter brings global expertise, world-class standards, and new opportunities for our teams. As part of the JA family, you’ll be connected to an international network of talent, innovation, and career development, all while helping us honour the warm, authentic spirit that makes Mar Hall truly special.

Set within 240 acres of woodland on the banks of the River Clyde, our resort features elegant bedrooms and suites, a championship golf course, a luxury spa and wellness experience, and exceptional dining shaped by creativity and Scottish provenance. Together, we are elevating the resort into one of the UK’s most exceptional luxury destinations—and you can be part of it.

• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to established recipes and standards
• Assist in the development of new menu items
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation
• Collaborate with the culinary team to achieve culinary excellence
• Assist the Head Chef in all sections in all kitchens within the Hotel facilities
• Support the kitchen team to deliver high standards and customer satisfaction during service periods
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met
• Assisting with the management of health and safety
• Supervising and training Commis Chefs
• To clean down the section at the close of each shift and assist with any other cleaning tasks as required
• To ensure wastage is kept to a minimum and preventative measures are fully understood

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role
• Culinary degree or relevant certification
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and culinary principles
• Ability to work in a high-pressure kitchen environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A passion for food and a desire to learn and grow in your culinary career
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering top-quality dishes

At JA Mar Hall, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll build a career within a global hospitality family. We offer:

• Competitive salary plus Tronc
  , paid via an independent tronc system, meaning your monthly earnings are topped up through service charge.
• Free luxury leisure club membership.
• Discounted membership for friends & family.
• 50% discount on Spa treatments.
• Golf day discounts for you, friends, and family.
• 50% discount on food for you +3 guests, and 25% off beverages.
• Discounts on overnight stays for JA Mar Hall and our sister properties.
• Friends & family hotel rates.
• Access to Wisdom
  , our confidential wellbeing support programme.
• Access to exclusive £100 room rates across the PoB Hotels collection.
• Free on-site parking and complimentary use of leisure facilities.
• Uniform provided (role dependent).
• Recommend-a-Friend bonus scheme.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your creativity, leadership, and ambition to a resort entering an extraordinary new chapter. As part of JA Resorts & Hotels, your future is truly global—and your culinary journey can grow far beyond Scotland.

If you’re energised by excellence, passionate about food, and thrive in a kitchen where innovation meets heritage, we’d love to hear from you.