Development Chef

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh seeks a Development Chef to enhance its catering services. This role involves working closely with culinary leads to innovate food offerings and manage a recipe bank. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a keen interest in food trends within the higher education sector. This is a full-time, permanent position located at Pollock Halls in Edinburgh, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive staff benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Staff Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of trending food for higher education.
• Ability to interpret briefs and deliver effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop food offerings and manage recipe bank.
• Liaise with suppliers and innovate menu development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Training

Job description

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Job Description

Grade UE06: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum

Location: Accommodation, Catering and Events/Catering/Pollock Halls

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Contract: Open-ended (permanent)

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen to join the University of Edinburgh in the catering department as a Development Chef. The role will be based in our training/development kitchen at Pollock Halls in Edinburgh.

As a Development Chef, you will work closely with the University culinary leads in developing our food offerings, managing our recipe bank, liaising with suppliers, and bringing innovation to our food and menu development.

Your Skills and Attributes for Success

• Keen interest and demonstrated knowledge of trending food for the higher education sector.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret briefs and deliver effectively.
• Team player.
• Self-motivated with a passion for career development.
• Ability to train and develop others.

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Application Information

Please include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

As a valued team member, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging, and rewarding work environment.
• Part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including holiday entitlement, pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. See our staff benefits page for details.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award, is a member of the Race Equality Charter, and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, promoting LGBT equality.

Additional Information

Right to work in the UK is required prior to employment. The University does not sponsor visas for this role. International applicants must demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key Dates

Application deadline: 27th May 2025, 11:59 pm GMT.

Interviews: Within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About Us

The University of Edinburgh is a world-leading research-intensive university committed to addressing global challenges through teaching, research, and innovation.

About the Team

The Accommodation, Catering and Events team provides residential accommodation, operates cafes, and delivers hotel and event services across the university estate.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Research Services