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Second Chef

Balmoral Arms


Job Location:

Ballater - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 23 August 2026 (2 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As a Second Chef at Crerar Hotels Balmoral Arms you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef to uphold and elevate our kitchens high standards. With your experience and energy youll help inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food consistently even in a fast-paced high-pressure environment. Your passion for food will shine through in every aspect of your role from food preparation to the creation of new dishes and menus. Youll also provide leadership and guidance to the team offering training and development to ensure continuous improvement. Adhering to the highest food hygiene standards youll ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean organised collaboration with the Head Chef youll monitor portion control manage waste and maintain stock control ensuring profitability while upholding the quality our guests expect. Flexible working hours including early late and split shifts will be required to meet the needs of the role.

As well as providing great food we require someone with strong experience on food hygiene practices and team management as well as a can do attitude. Ensuring a safe and productive working environment. We are a small productive team serving Breakfast Lunch & Dinner (up to 80 covers per evening in high season)

Staff accomodation is available

Why Work with Us

On top of the fantastic benefits below we offer a salary of 36000

At Crerar Hotels we truly value our team and thats why we offer:

  • Wagestream Get instant access to your earned wages when you need them.
  • YuLife Enjoy health and well-being rewards Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Virtual GP appointments.
  • Echo Our brand-new communications platform keeps you connected and engaged.
  • Career Development We invest in our people with fantastic training and progression opportunities.
  • Employee recognition and reward scheme celebrating anniversaries from 1 year onwards with incredible awards vouchers and extra holiday days.
  • Exclusive Discounts Stay dine and relax at our beautiful hotels at special team rates.
  • Work in Breathtaking Locations From the Scottish Highlands to coastal escapes our hotels are truly spectacular!

Be Part of Something Special.

Come and join a team that cares about its people and delivers amazing experiences every day. Apply now and start your journey with Crerar Hotels!


Required Experience:

IC


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Do you bring personality to your work and aim to exceed guests expectations? Then we want to work with you! The Balmoral Arms is brimming with character both the building and its team. Known for its charm, proper Scottish hospitality and lively music scene, the Balmoral Arms is popula ... View more

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