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Scotland’s Best Hotel (21-50 rooms) 2022 and 2023

The Machrie Hotel, Isle of Islay, Scotland

Seasonal Jobs - Food and Beveridge, Housekeeping, Reception, Chef de Partie (full time and part time)

We are located on the beautiful Scottish island of Islay on the west coast of Scotland. This position would suit someone who loves the country, wildlife, golf and the outdoors.

We have 47 bedrooms (different styles), 4 self-contained lodges and a split-level suite with 2 bedrooms. We also have 5 dog friendly rooms.

There is so much to explore on the Isle of Islay off the west coast of Scotland and the hotel has already been recognised as Scottish Hotel of the Year 2020 and our historic golf links is ranked in the top 20 courses in Scotland.

If golf is your thing, this really is the place to be with our 18 hole Machrie Links, 6 hole par 3 Wee Course, driving range and golf simulator available to you, you can enjoy working and earning whilst also indulging in your passion for golf!

We offer staff accommodation and the Islay Ferry has a direct Citylink bus connection to and from Glasgow or there are two 30 min daily flights from Glasgow Airport – it couldn’t be easier.

Overlooking the idyllic 7 miles of silver sands at Laggan Bay, Restaurant 18 and our Stag lounge benefit from panoramic views across the links and stunning ocean sun sets. They truly are jewels in the crown here at The Machrie.

Our guests come from both the island and far and wide, attracted by the beauty and challenge of our links course, the wonderful wildlife, unforgettable whisky indulgencies (after all Islay does have 10 whisky distilleries!) or indeed just to relax, take in the fresh air and great views and delight in some fantastic food.

All our positions benefit from quality staff accommodation located either on-site or local to the hotel. We provide local transport in addition to the Island bus service. When you’re not working there is much to enjoy such as walking, hiking, sea kayaking, cycling, bird watching, investigating the history if Islay, wildlife sea tours, whisky distillery visits or indeed making the most of the hotel golf facilities and the hotel’s 7 miles of sandy beach.

Vacancies include:

• Chef de Partie
• Housekeeping Assistants
• Waiting Staff
• Bar Staff
• Reception

Our seasonal team members come and join us between March until the end of October

Looking after our team members as well as our guests is equally important to us. We reward hard work and dedication with a starting salary of £10.30 increasing to £10.90 from May 2023.

We know island life is not for everyone, but if you don’t need the bright lights to be entertained, and instead can equally enjoy a simpler life appreciating nature’s glorious gifts then why not get in apply today?

Live in Accommodation

If you would be relocating to live on Islay we offer staff accommodation either on-site for those who don't drive or within a 10 min drive from the hotel if you have a car. We ask for a nominal accommodation contribution of £7.55 per day. Everyone is provided with their own bedroom but share communal facilities.

Benefits we offer to our team

In addition to your basic salary you can also benefit financially from:

Guest gratuities are shared amongst the team on a monthly basis (approx £900 per annum if working full time)

Islay Living out Allowance - those resident on Islay and not living in company supported accommodation can also benefit from a lump sum payment of up to £200 per month to assist with living costs (pro-rata for part time workers).

'Refer a friend' scheme - team members who refer a friend to work with us at The Machrie can benefit from a £750 thank you payment.

We also offer other discounts and benefits:

• Friends Family discounted accommodation
• 50% discount on Restaurant food
• Use of the Golf Facilities – 18 hole Links course, Driving Range, 6 hole par 3 Wee Course and training simulator.
• Discounted membership of the Islay Golf Club
• Staff discount in the Golf Pro Shop
• Use of the hotel Gym
• Uniform provided
• Staff meals on duty
• Employee Assistance Programme (24 hour helpline)

Travelling to Islay

Islay is easy to get to with a direct Citylink bus from Buchanan Street, Glasgow to the ferry terminal at Kennacraig or two daily 30 min flights from Glasgow.

The Machrie

With panoramic views across the golf links to the idyllic 7 miles of silver sands at Laggan Bay the hotel only opened late 2018 but already has been recognised as "Scottish Hotel of the Year 2020" and our historic golf links today is ranked in the top 20 courses in Scotland.

Hotel facilities include our iconic Restaurant 18 and Stag Lounge with panoramic views across the golf links out to the west and also benefits from the spectacular evening sunsets. The Kildalton room can be used for meetings, small private dinners and weddings, our courtyard is great for summer barbecues and the Snug for private whisky tastings. There is also a small screening room (cinema) for 35 people and small Spa with a gym, sauna and two treatment rooms.

Our golf facilities include the renowned 18 hole Machrie Links, founded in 1891 it is now ranked in the top 20 courses in Scotland and the Islay Golf Club still operates from The Machrie today. Complimenting the links is our 6 hole, par 3 Wee Course, driving range and teaching studio.

We know island life is not for everyone, but if you do not need the bright lights to be entertained, and instead can equally enjoy a simpler life appreciating nature and the outdoors, then why not get in touch?

The Machrie also has 2 sister properties:

The Pierhouse Hotel Seafood Restaurant, Port Appin (near Oban). 2 AA Rosette

The Three Chimneys, Dunvegan, Skye. 3 AA Rosette