Hospitality Chef

Aramark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts

Training & development

Career progression

Inclusive team

Job summary

Aramark in Edinburgh is looking for a Hospitality Chef to deliver high-quality dining for a range of events and functions. You will cook and present fresh food, maintaining standards and supporting daily kitchen operations.

The role offers a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, with no regular weekend work, a salary of £31,306.80 per annum, life assurance, pension and development opportunities within a global organisation. Join a supportive team with a focus on safe, tasty cuisine.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef in hospitality or catering environments.
• Culinary qualification and food safety knowledge.
• Strong allergen management and hygiene practices.
• Excellent time management and organisation.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh, high-quality food for events and services.
• Support delivery of meetings, conferences and special functions.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meets high standards.
• Maintain food safety, allergen management and health & safety compliance.
• Assist with menu planning and development.
• Manage stock, deliveries and kitchen inventory.
• Minimise waste and support cost-control measures.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and organised.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to deliver outstanding customer experience.

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We
share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We
believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower
your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at
Aramark will help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a talented and passionate Hospitality Chef to join our
team in Edinburgh, EH12 9SE. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a
professional hospitality environment, delivering exceptional food and service for a
range of events, meetings, and hospitality functions.
As a Hospitality Chef, you'll play a key role in creating high-quality dining
experiences, ensuring food is prepared and presented to the highest standards while
supporting the smooth running of daily kitchen operations.

What's in it for you?

• £31,306.80 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• No regular weekend working
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
• Employee discounts and savings platform
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive team environment

What you'll be doing

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting fresh, high-quality food for hospitality services and events
• Supporting the delivery of meetings, conferences, and special functions
• Ensuring all food is produced to the highest standards of quality and presentation
• Maintaining food safety, allergen management, and health & safety compliance
• Assisting with menu planning and development
• Managing stock rotation, deliveries, and kitchen inventory
• Minimising waste and supporting cost control measures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
• Working closely with front-of-house teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef within hospitality, corporate dining, hotel, or high-end catering environments
• Relevant culinary qualification
• Passion for producing high-quality food and exceptional customer experiences
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management, and food safety legislation
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, flexible, and proactive approach to work
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.