Pastry Chef de Partie

About Us

At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination, the Old Course Hotel is an AA 5 Red star award‑winning resort centred around active wellbeing and indulgent good times. We offer a five‑star experience through our Food & Beverage offerings: the Road Hole Restaurant, the modern seafood bar and grill Swilcan Loft, the traditional pub Hams Hame, the famous Jigger Inn, in‑room dining and dedicated catering for conferences & events.

Part of the Kohler Company, the Old Course Hotel is a privately owned resort that prides itself on delivering personalised guest experiences to create lasting memories.

With a reputation as an employer of choice, we put our associates first. St Andrews is the home of golf, and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and everyone plays a vital role in providing memorable experiences. We are a forward‑thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter, offering extensive training and pathways to progress within the team.

We celebrate our associate’s success through reward schemes, including “HOME” ethos and Associate of the Month. You will receive a competitive salary, pension scheme, free onsite parking, duty meals, 24/7 employee assistance, free fitness access, free access to The Duke’s golf course, and discounts across our resort.

Our award‑winning kitchen team has an exciting new opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join our pastry team on a permanent full‑time basis. You will create exquisite plated desserts ranging from three rosettes to intricate afternoon tea pastries using locally sourced Scottish produce. In this role you will assist the Head Pastry Chef in preparation and service, maintain high standards, and keep kitchen areas, equipment and utensils clean in accordance with Old Course Hotel standards.

• Manage and oversee food production as directed by the Senior Team and present it at the required times.
• Maintain discipline in a fair and consistent manner, including time‑keeping.
• Demonstrate competence in plated desserts, chocolate work and patisserie.
• Follow HACCP systems and complete daily due diligence responsibilities.
• Be fully conversant with departmental LQA standards.

• Similar experience in a 5‑star establishment.
• Culinary education preferred but not essential.
• Good knowledge of culinary terminology and techniques.

Full‑time, 40 hours per week

£30,695.07 per annum

• Free meals and drinks in our complimentary staff canteen
• Discounts across the resort including in restaurants, room rates and pro shop
• Wider group discounts within the Kohler group
• Free access to our on‑site Kohler Waters Fitness, including fully equipped gym, 20‑metre pool, sauna and hot tub
• Free access to mortgage advice
• Cycle2
  
  Work scheme
• 24/7 access to the Employee Assistance Programme

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.