How do I get there?
You can reach us by car from Glasgow or Edinburgh (2 hours) or by coach (2-3 hours). For bus times call Scottish Citylink on 08705 50 50 50. There are 4 buses a day to and from Glasgow.

What facilities are there locally?
Ballachulish is a small village (population 1000) in a stunning scenic location. There is one shop and one pub with 2/3 other pubs within 2 miles. The village has a bank 2 days a week, a post office and a doctor.

What facilities are there nearby?
Fort William and Oban are small towns with supermarkets and good shops and other facilities. Both are about 40 minutes journey by coach and there are several coaches a day to these towns. There is a limited evening service to Fort William.

Where will I stay?
If you have chosen to live-in with us you will be allocated a private room with shared facilities (unless you have agreed to share with a colleague). Our staff accommodation is simply furnished and you will have access to a common sitting area. Many staff bring their own home-entertainment system for their rooms. Payphones are provided in staff accommodation. Staff meals are served at the Hotel at fixed times. Access to coin operated laundry facilities is provided.

What uniform will I wear?
You will be provided with all or part of a uniform depending on the department you are working in. We take a deposit for all front-of-house uniforms which is returned when the uniform is handed back in fair condition. If you are taking up a restaurant, bar or reception position you should bring with you formal knee length black skirt/trousers; white blouse/shirt; formal black low heel/lace-up shoes.

When will I be paid?
We operate a monthly payroll with payments to your bank account on the 27th of the month. If you do not have a bank account you will be required to open one. If you start work for us after the middle of the month you will not be paid until the end of the following month.

What are the benefits of working for Freedom of the Glen Hotels?
Freedom of the Glen have a loyalty card (the FOG card) which offers various benefits to our staff. These benefits include use of leisure facilities at the Isles of Glencoe Hotel and Leisure, various retail and insurance discounts, discounted accommodation rates for friends and family locally, discounted accommodation rates for staff throughout the UK and a company car for hire by hotel staff at a very reasonable rate. In addition, the company organises staff trips and activities to allow staff to meet other staff, visit new places and take part in a variety of activities.