Chef de Partie

Sodexo Prestige Venues & Events; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company seeks a passionate Chef de Partie to join their dynamic team at the Central Production Kitchen in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes and delivering exceptional catering services for various events across Scotland, all while being part of a creative and motivated culinary team.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience required.
• Ability to deliver high-standard food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to a high standard.
• Deliver food at events across Scotland.
• Maintain a professional demeanor.

Skills

Team player

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Catering experience

Job description

Heritage Portfolio is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our team at the Central Production Kitchen in Leith, Edinburgh. We operate within Scotland’s leading cultural destinations, including the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, V&A Dundee, Mansfield Traquair, the Signet Library, and Perth and Musselburgh Racecourses.

Our culinary team focuses on fresh, made-from-scratch cooking, delivering outstanding catering and event services—from private dining, weddings, and corporate events to in-house café services. Under the guidance of our Head Chef and culinary development team, you will prepare and deliver a variety of menus, from deli-style retail offers to high-end fine dining, emphasizing quality, seasonality, provenance, and flavor.

Responsibilities

1. Preparing food to a high standard within the Central Production Kitchen in Edinburgh.
2. Delivering food at events across Scotland.
3. Maintaining a friendly yet professional demeanor.
4. Being a team player with conflict resolution skills and the ability to take constructive criticism.
5. Paying close attention to detail and punctuality.
6. Being proactive and self-motivated.
7. Applying previous catering experience effectively.

About Heritage Portfolio

Heritage Portfolio, a sub-segment of Sodexo Live!, provides exceptional catering and event services at cultural destinations, including in-house café services at prominent visitor attractions such as V&A Dundee, The Signet Library, and the Portrait Gallery, along with private parties, weddings, and prestigious events.

Our mantra is “Never standing still”. As we grow in the bespoke events and venues sector, we remain committed to our core ethos: delivering an extraordinary experience that goes beyond just remarkable food. We are always looking for passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our team and take pride in their work.