Head of Hospitality (Catering & Housekeeping)

We're looking for an Head of Hospitality to look after the hospitality, catering and housekeeping team at Outward Bound Loch Eil.

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Full time / permanent

Location: Loch Eil, near Fort William, Scotland
Contract: Permanent/full time
Hours: 40 hours per week, mainly between 6am-8pm
Salary: £30,849 - £39,331 plus benefits (starting point dependant on skills & experience).
Apply by: 09:00, Wednesday, 9 July 2025

What you'll be doing

Our hospitality team play a very important role in the experience that course participants and guests have whilst at the centre. You’ll play a key part in contributing to the fantastic experience young people have on an Outward Bound course.

You will:

ensure all our guests have a high quality residential experience
provide inspirational leadership and management to a team of 15 hospitality staff
manage and lead on all aspects of hospitality related Health & Safety and risk management
manage financial control and procedures
have an owner’s eye for detail
maintain agreed quality standards
enjoy working in a busy centre full of young people
thrive working within a dynamic and professional centre team, where no two days are the same.

it's good working here

No split shifts or late nights
Every Christmas and New Year off
Relaxed, friendly, professional working environment
Flexible working options
Comprehensive induction programme
Personal healthcare plan plus other benefits
Your work will have a real impact on the lives of young people.

Here's why Michael loves his job

“It is a lifestyle choice. You’re not stuck in kitchen never seeing your customers. I speak to young people every day. I hear about their adventures at Outward Bound and help them make the best food choices.

I’m also surrounded by mountaineers, climbers, paddlers, mountain bikers and some of the best outdoor educators in the world. And the team here are always friendly, it's never dull.”

Apply now

To apply for this job please send a covering letter of not more than two sides of A4, explaining your fit to the job description and the person specification, together with an up-to-date CV by 0900, Wednesday, 9 July 2025 to: Nathan Marsh, at workforus@outwardbound.org.uk

First interviews will take place via Teams w/c 14 July. If successful, second interviews will take place in person at The Outward Bound Trust Loch Eil Centre w/c 21 July.

We offer a supportive induction programme, with some travel to our other centres in the UK.

We will be reviewing applications periodically as they are received and may conduct interviews before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the recruitment process early where suitable candidates are identified and encourage an early application.

If you have any queries regarding the information supplied, the recruitment process, or would like to arrange an informal chat, please email Nathan or Kate using the email address above.

Please note: if we offer you the job, you'll be asked to do a PVG disclosure check, which Outward Bound pay for.