Junior Sous Chef

Job description

ABOUT US:

Situated on the shores of Loch Lomond, Scotland's breathtaking jewel, Cameron House is a magnificent 5‐star resort. Uniquely positioned where the Scottish Highlands meet the Lowlands, this 17th‐century baronial estate is rich in character and history. Cameron House offers an award‐winning Spa with a rooftop infinity pool, an 18‐hole championship golf course, an extensive selection of resort activities, and a choice of five restaurants and bars to cater to every taste.

Our 208 bedrooms are an exquisite blend of traditional and contemporary, or guests can opt for a home from home in one of our 115 self‐catering lodges or luxurious Mansion House suites.

The iconic lochside setting is a timeless celebration of grandeur and natural beauty. Spanning 400 acres of picturesque Scottish countryside, with adventure on the doorstep. Loch Lomond, with its impressive backdrop, is the perfect location for a variety of water and land activities, including speedboat tours, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, 4X4 off‐road driving, falconry, and more.

THE ROLE

Some of the key things you will be responsible for as Junior Sous Chef :

Hosting your day‐to‐day operation, being present and accessible to guests and your team

Maintaining the safety, cleanliness and presentation of your kitchen and stores through our food safety management system, cleaning schedules and food safety compliance audits

Defining, managing and supervising consistent delivery of exceptional food standards at the correct volumes

First class knowledge of food, trends, dietary requirements, and allergens

Enhancing the guests experience through recommendations, bespoke menus and specials

Effective stock controls, though strong management of requisitions and orders based on forecast and stock takes, managing key lines and recording wastage

Effective communication through daily shift briefings, handovers, monthly meetings and the use of our systems

Effective handling, resolve and operational follow up of feedback

Attendance at Weekly operational/business sheet meetings and pre event meetings

Arranging resources in line with operational demand and budgets

Organising rotas and work plans, holiday entitlements and requests

Recruitment, induction, and ongoing training and progression of your team

Providing feedback and managing performance through probationary reviews, 1:1s and appraisals.

Meeting all legal requirements to keep guests and employees safe, and the business compliant with statutory obligations.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe recruit people with widely varying personalities from different walks of life and backgrounds. While we don't have a 'typical' employee, there are some specific qualities or traits we look for.

People who want to achieve great things – your interest in us suggests you have the ambition, drive and determination to meet challenges head on.

People who are naturally friendly – who genuinely care about our guests and the service they receive.

People who will always go beyond what our guests expect from us to make their stay a special and memorable one.

People who show the same level of care for our team, as our guests – It's about supporting our colleagues to be the best they can be and to do the best job they can.

People who will respect and protect the magical place we work in – it's up to all of us to look after our environment and never take it for granted.

TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY YOU WILL ALSO NEED:SVQ in Food Productions at SCQF Level 5 or equivalent qualification or equivalent industry experience

Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification, or equivalent

Current or recent Senior Chef De Partie or Junior Sous experience within a five‐Star hotel or Resort, or quality restaurant with experience of volume

Excellent communication skills

Ability to quickly build rapport and strong working relationships, with a flexible approach to work

Exceptional interpersonal skills, and passion for service excellence

Initiative, creativity and ability to solve problems

Competent IT skills with knowledge of Office software, and ability to use hand held technology (we use systems such as Procure Wizard/ResDiary/Resort Suite/Fourth Hospitality and Recruitgenie)

IOSH Managing Safely and First Aid at Work qualifications are also advantageous

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?At Cameron House we can offer fully funded, work‐based training and development. Everything from apprenticeships, structured work experience in other businesses and supported scholarships through to graduate programmes, specialist craft training, and formal qualifications up to HND and Degree level.

We offer a generous range of employee benefits and, given what we do and where we are, you'll have plenty of opportunity to make the most of our own five‐star facilities. Here's what to expect:

Free meals when on duty, in our team cafes

Pension scheme

Refer‐a‐friend scheme

Birthday lunches and long service awards involving recognition with high street shopping vouchers and overnight stays

Enhanced holidays, rising with long service

Free Leisure Club Membership, with friends and family discounts.

Employee care service, offering lifestyle and wellbeing support and counselling via a confidential helpline

On‐site discounts on Cameron House and Cameron Lodges accommodation, 30% off food and beverages, golf membership, spa treatments, Celtic Warrior cruises, outdoor activities and retail products

Supplier and local business discounts

Free parking

And while Cameron House itself offers a huge range of activities across 400 acres of Scottish countryside, there's also the wider Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park on your doorstep – just waiting to be explored in your free time.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Alexandria

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English