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Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd is based at Cairndow, at the head of Loch Fyne on the West Coast of Scotland.  From this stunning location we have been supplying our customers with the finest fish and seafood for over 40 years.  From our internationally renowned Oyster Bar Restaurant and through the products we sell globally, we pride ourselves on provenance, quality and sustainability.

We are in the envious position where we can enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer; beautiful beaches, views, walks, wildlife and outdoor sports, as well as not being far from Dunoon, Helensburgh, Dumbarton and Glasgow, to enjoy the benefits of a large town or city. 

Our team at Cairndow fulfil a wide variety of roles from our restaurant and retail teams, along with administration, sales and support functions.  

If you have a passion for working with sustainably sourced produce and would like to work in a friendly environment, in a great location, then please get in touch. 

HR TEAM - CONTACT DETAILS:
Christine Smith, HR Department, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL, Scotland
E-mail: recruitment@lochfyne.com
Tel: 01499 600462 

Our current vacancies are listed here; we are happy to keep your CV on file if there is nothing immediately available.

CURRENT VACANCIES:   

  • CHEF DE PARTIE (Oyster Bar Restaurant)
  • COMMIS CHEF (Oyster Bar Restaurant)
  • WAITING STAFF - FRONT OF HOUSE (Oyster Bar Restaurant)
  • DELI ASSISTANT (Deli)

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  • Job Title: CHEF DE PARTIE
  • Contracted Hours: Full time; 40 hours per week.
  • Contract Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Up to 31st October 2024) … potential to become permanent.
  • Salary: Competitive, dependent on skills/experience. 
  • Shifts: Between Monday to Sunday, with evening and weekend working required. No late or split shifts.
  • Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial; car share/transport may be available.

Job Description: 

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated CHEF DE PARTIE to join our busy KITCHEN TEAM, in our award-winning Loch Fyne Bar Restaurant, assisting with the smooth running of the kitchen; preparing and cooking dishes from our menu. 

The successful applicant needs to have a strong background in a similar environment, working with fish and seafood. You must also be able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen, plus have good communication skills and excellent food hygiene standards. HNC level qualifications or experience preferred. 

BENEFITS:

  • 28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata).
  • Company Pension Scheme.
  • Share of customer tips.
  • Staff discount in our Oyster Bar Restaurant and Deli.
  • Staff uniform.

RIGHT TO WORK: BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS JOB, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK AND LIVE LEGALLY IN THE UK.  THIS CAN BE OBTAINED BY BEING A UK CITIZEN OR BY HAVING UK SETTLEMENT STATUS.

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  • Job Title: COMMIS CHEF
  • Contracted Hours: Full time; 40 hours per week.
  • Contract Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Up to 31st October 2024).
  • Contract Type: Permanent position also available.
  • Salary: Dependent on skills/experience. 
  • Shifts: Between Monday to Sunday, with evening and weekend working required. No late or split shifts.
  • Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial; car share/transport may be available.

Job Description: 

We are looking for an enthusiastic COMMIS CHEF to join our busy KITCHEN TEAM in our award-winning Loch Fyne Oyster Bar Restaurant, assisting in the smooth running of the kitchen, preparing and cooking dishes from our menu.

Experience in a similar environment working with fish and seafood would be preferred but is not essential, though a passion for food and development is.  You must be able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen, plus have good communication skills and excellent food hygiene standards.

BENEFITS:

  • 28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata).
  • Company Pension Scheme.
  • Share of customer tips.
  • Staff discount in our Oyster Bar Restaurant and Deli.
  • Staff uniform.

RIGHT TO WORK: BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS JOB, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK AND LIVE LEGALLY IN THE UK.  THIS CAN BE OBTAINED BY BEING A UK CITIZEN OR BY HAVING UK SETTLEMENT STATUS.

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  • Job Title: WAITING STAFF - FRONT OF HOUSE
  • Contracted Hours: Variable hours per week.
  • Contract Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Up to 31st October 2024).
  • Contract Type: Permanent position also available.
  • Pay Rate: £10.72 per hour. 
  • Shifts: Variable, with evening and weekend working required. No late or split shifts.
  • Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial; car share/transport may be available.

Job Description: 

We are looking for customer focused people, with a friendly, outgoing nature to join our FRONT OF HOUSE RESTAURANT TEAM in our award-winning Loch Fyne Oyster Bar.

The successful candidates need to have excellent customer service and communication skills, have a cheerful and positive manner, be able to work well as part of a team, plus the ability to work in a busy restaurant environment. Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role is preferred.

Duties include: taking customer orders, serving food and drink, clearing and resetting tables, cash handling and dealing with customers.

RIGHT TO WORK: BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS JOB, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK AND LIVE LEGALLY IN THE UK.  THIS CAN BE OBTAINED BY BEING A UK CITIZEN OR BY HAVING UK SETTLEMENT STATUS.

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  • Job Title: DELI ASSISTANT
  • Contracted Hours: Full time; 40 hours per week.
  • Contract Type: Temporary / Seasonal (Up to 31st October 2024).
  • Pay Rate: £10.72 per hour. 
  • Shifts: Between Monday to Sunday, with evening and weekend working required. No late or split shifts.
  • Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial; car share/transport may be available.

Job Description: 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer focused person to join our DELICATESSEN TEAM.

The successful applicant needs to have a positive and friendly personality, excellent customer service and communication skills, the ability to influence and advise customers on our products, plus be able to work well as part of a busy team. Previous experience in a retail or catering role would be beneficial.

Duties include: interacting with customers; providing information and suggestions on our products, cash handling, stock rotation and replenishment, food, beverage and product preparation for takeaway, promotional tastings, assisting with the deli displays, plus keeping the deli and associated areas clean and tidy.

RIGHT TO WORK: BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS JOB, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK AND LIVE LEGALLY IN THE UK.  THIS CAN BE OBTAINED BY BEING A UK CITIZEN OR BY HAVING UK SETTLEMENT STATUS.

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HOW TO APPLY:  Submit your CV to: recruitment@lochfyne.com or contact us for an Application Form - Tel: 01499 600462.
Christine Smith - HR Team, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL, Scotland.

OUR LOCATION:  Clachan, Cairndow - head of Loch Fyne, west coast of Scotland.  Just a 45 minute drive / 1 hour bus journey from Dunoon, 50 minute drive from Helensburgh, 1 hour from Dumbarton, 1.5 hours from Glasgow (M8, A82, A83).

N.B. Please note there is no live-in accommodation available.