Chef de Partie

Join White Rabbit Hospitality as Chef de Partie – Be Part of Something Special at Rusacks St Andrews

One of Scotland's most iconic restaurant kitchens is looking for its next great chef and that could be you.

White Rabbit Hospitality creates and operates bespoke Food & Beverage spaces within hotels. At Rusacks St Andrews, perched overlooking the legendary 18th hole of the Old Course, 18 is a restaurant as breathtaking as its setting and we're looking for a talented, passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade.

This isn't just another chef job. This is your opportunity to develop your craft in one of Scotland's most celebrated hotel kitchens, cook alongside passionate culinary professionals, and take real ownership of your section in a restaurant that genuinely excites.

At White Rabbit Hospitality, our values define everything we do: Hospitality is at our core, We do the right thing, We pursue excellence, and We are all entrepreneurs. If that sounds like your kind of kitchen, keep reading.

Our Values – In Every Dish, Every Service

HOSPITALITY IS AT OUR CORE: Every plate that leaves the pass is a chance to create a lasting memory for our guests. WE DO THE RIGHT THING: We look out for each other, we lead with integrity, and we take pride in everything we produce. WE PURSUE EXCELLENCE: We obsess over the details, from the finest local ingredients to the perfect finish on every plate. WE ARE ALL ENTREPRENEURS: We back our chefs to bring ideas, cook with conviction, and take genuine ownership of their section.

What Will You Be Doing?

You'll take full ownership of your section at 18, contributing to an exciting and evolving menu, driving standards across every service, and playing a key role in a kitchen brigade that genuinely cares about the food it produces.

• Take full ownership of your section, ensuring consistent quality, preparation, and presentation throughout every service period.
• Produce dishes to the highest standard in line with menu specifications and head chef direction, with genuine care and craft in every plate.
• Support and mentor junior members of the kitchen brigade, sharing your knowledge and helping to build a culture of continuous improvement.
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to menu development, seasonal changes, and daily specials, your creativity is welcome here.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient section at all times, upholding food safety, allergen, and hygiene standards throughout.
• Monitor stock levels on your section, minimise waste, and flag ordering requirements to senior chefs promptly.
• Work collaboratively across the kitchen brigade to deliver seamless, high-quality service throughout every cover.
• Bring energy, positivity, and genuine professionalism to every shift, the standard of the kitchen is set by the people in it.

What Do You Need?

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to step up, within a quality hotel, restaurant, or hospitality environment.
• A genuine passion for food, quality ingredients, and the craft of cooking.
• The ability to take full ownership of a section and maintain consistent standards throughout every service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, allergen awareness, and kitchen hygiene standards.
• The ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure during busy service periods.
• A team-first mentality with the willingness to support and develop those around you.
• Experience working with local and seasonal Scottish produce (desirable).
• A formal culinary qualification (desirable but not essential, skill, drive, and attitude matter most).

What We Offer:

Aside from an OTE hourly rate of £17.20 per hour we provide:

• The opportunity to work and develop your craft in one of the UK's most iconic hotel restaurant settings, overlooking the legendary 18th hole of the Old Course, St Andrews.
• Dining discount across the White Rabbit Hospitality portfolio.
• A genuine role in menu development and the culinary direction of 18 at Rusacks St Andrews.
• Real opportunities for career progression within a growing hospitality group that recognises and promotes its chefs.
• A supportive, values-driven kitchen environment where your development and ambition genuinely matter.
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Regular team events, tastings, and brand experiences.

White Rabbit Hospitality is growing fast and the chefs who join us now will have every opportunity to grow with us. Whether your ambition is to step up into a senior chef role, deepen your culinary craft, or simply cook in one of the most extraordinary settings in the UK, we'll back you every step of the way.

Ready to Own Your Section at One of Scotland's Finest?

If you're a passionate, dedicated chef who takes real pride in their section and wants to be part of something truly special, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to become Chef de Partie with White Rabbit Hospitality at 18, Rusacks St Andrews.