Hospitality Chef

Aramark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Aramark as a Hospitality Chef at Edinburgh Park, where you will enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule without weekend shifts. This role offers a chance to showcase your culinary skills in a supportive environment, with generous benefits like free meals, gym membership, and ongoing training. We're looking for a talented chef who values quality food and has excellent leadership skills.

Benefits

Free on-site gym membership

Free staff meals during shifts

Free on-site parking

Life assurance and pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experienced chef with passion for quality food.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Reliable team leader thriving in busy kitchens.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, seasonal, and innovative dishes.
• Manage menu planning, ordering, and cost control.
• Supervise and support kitchen team members.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

Your Aramark journey starts here

Hospitality Chef - Edinburgh Park (EH12 9SE)
Salary: £29,741.15 | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week

Are you a talented and driven chef looking for a fresh start with a better work-life balance? We're hiring a Hospitality Chef to join our professional kitchen team at a leading site in Edinburgh Park.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your culinary skills to a dynamic, fast-paced environment where creativity is encouraged and weekends are yours to enjoy.

Shifts typically fall between 6am and 9pm, Monday to Friday (depending on business needs and events). Core hours will usually be between 6am and 4pm, with flexibility required to support hospitality bookings.

What's in it for you:

• Monday to Friday - no weekend shifts
• Free on-site gym membership
• Free staff meals during your shift
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent public transport links
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Generous holiday allowance (with increases after 3 years' service)
• Cycle to work and refer-a-friend schemes
• Access to PerkBox discounts (groceries, retail and more)
• Ongoing training, online e-learning and career development opportunities

Your responsibilities:

• Prepare fresh, seasonal, and innovative dishes to a high standard
• Support both daily service and hospitality events with professionalism
• Manage menu planning, ordering and cost control
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and operational standards
• Supervise and support kitchen team members
• Ensure accurate portioning, presentation, and consistency
• Engage with clients and guests, promoting excellent service standards
• Monitor and reduce food waste wherever possible
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, including temperature checks and food safety logs
• Train and develop catering staff in line with company expectations

Who we're looking for:

• An experienced chef with a passion for fresh, quality food
• A confident and reliable team leader who thrives in a busy kitchen
• Someone with strong organisational skills and a calm, consistent approach
• A flexible team player, willing to support across services as required

This is your chance to step into a role that offers great work-life balance, development potential, and the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Apply today and cook up something amazing - without giving up your weekends.

About Aramark

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