Executive Chef - EICC - Edinburgh

Levy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & wellbeing support

23 days annual leave

Meals on duty

Pension scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Edinburgh is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This role demands proven experience in high-volume venues and strong leadership skills to inspire the kitchen team. Responsibilities include managing menu design, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring top-quality food experiences. The position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits including healthcare, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in high-volume venues.
• Strong team management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team for high-quality cuisine.
• Design innovative menus based on client needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food safety knowledge

Creativity

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Executive Chef – EICC, Edinburgh

£60,000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

Overview

Levy is a world‑class hospitality partner delivering exceptional food and beverage experiences across iconic venues. We are seeking a talented Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This role is pivotal in ensuring all food offerings meet Levy’s high standards of quality, innovation, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and manage the kitchen team to consistently deliver high‑quality cuisine for conferences, exhibitions, banquets, and VIP events.
• Design and develop innovative menus that reflect Levy’s standards, client needs, and seasonal availability.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow, cost control, compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations, and timely delivery of all services.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and motivate culinary staff to achieve peak performance and career growth.
• Maintain the highest standards of food presentation, taste, and consistency across all outlets and events.
• Manage food and labour costs, supplier relationships, and inventory to ensure profitability and efficiency.
• Work closely with event management, front‑of‑house teams, and external clients to ensure seamless delivery of all events.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in high‑volume, multi‑event venues or hotels.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen operations.
• Creative flair and passion for high‑quality culinary experiences.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational, budgeting, and communication skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Healthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments).
• Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Perks & discounts: shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts; 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym memberships.
• Financial wellbeing: pension scheme, life assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Development opportunities: professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathways.
• Meals on duty included.

Why Join Us?

Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world’s largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality. We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to create a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.

As part of Compass you’ll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivaled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

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