Senior Chef de partie in Edinburgh

Senior Hospitality Chef

Edinburgh

Salary: £29,741.15 | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week + paid overtime

Are you a talented and driven chef looking for a fresh start with a better work-life balance? We\’re hiring a Senior Hospitality Chef to join our professional kitchen team at a leading site in Edinburgh Park.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your culinary skills to a dynamic, fast-paced environment where creativity is encouraged and weekends are yours to enjoy.

Core hours will usually be between 6am and 4pm, with flexibility required to support hospitality bookings (depending on business needs and events) later finishes at 8.30pm are required when hospitality is required.

What\’s in it for you:

• Monday to Friday – no weekend shifts
• Free on-site gym membership
• Free staff meals during your shift
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent public transport links
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Free Chef whites provided and laundered
• Generous holiday allowance (with increases after 3 years\’ service)
• Cycle to work and refer-a-friend schemes
• Access to our Employees Benefit Platform – discounts (groceries, retail and more)
• Ongoing training, online e-learning and career development opportunities

Your responsibilities:

• Prepare fresh, seasonal, and innovative dishes to a high standard
• Support both daily service and hospitality events with professionalism
• Manage menu planning, ordering and cost control
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and operational standards
• Supervise and support kitchen team members
• Ensure accurate portioning, presentation, and consistency
• Engage with clients and guests, promoting excellent service standards
• Monitor and reduce food waste wherever possible
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, including temperature checks and food safety logs
• Train and develop catering staff in line with company expectations

Who we\’re looking for:

• An experienced chef with a passion for fresh, quality food
• A confident and reliable team leader who thrives in a busy kitchen
• Someone with strong organisational skills and a calm, consistent approach
• A flexible team player, willing to support across services as required