Chef Manager - Edinburgh

Eurest; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to oversee kitchen operations and manage the team. This role involves delivering exceptional food quality and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, previous experience in a managerial role, and excellent leadership qualities. This position offers a competitive salary and working hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Chef Manager or Senior Chef role.
• Experience managing a kitchen team.
• Good understanding of kitchen financials and controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Plan and deliver high-quality menus using fresh ingredients.
• Manage food safety and hygiene compliance.

Skills

Strong cooking skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Chef Manager - Edinburgh

£31,972 per annum, 35 hours per week

Monday - Friday 7am - 1.30pm

Are you a natural leader with a passion for food and a head for kitchen management? We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team and deliver exceptional food and service every day.

As Chef Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind both the kitchen operations and the food offering. You’ll be hands‑on in the kitchen, leading by example while also managing all aspects of food production, kitchen standards, team development, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead and support a small kitchen team
• Plan and deliver high‑quality menus using fresh ingredients
• Manage food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
• Handle stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Manage budgets, costs, and wastage efficiently
• Maintain excellent client and customer relationships

Our ideal candidate

• Previous experience in a Chef Manager or Senior Chef role
• Strong cooking skills and a passion for quality food
• Experience managing a kitchen team
• Good understanding of kitchen financials and controls
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

If you’re a passionate chef who’s ready to lead from the front, inspire your team, and serve up outstanding food with pride we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your culinary career!

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet‑positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.

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