Junior Sous Chef - 4 AA Rosette - Number One

The Balmoral; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Edinburgh is seeking passionate culinary team members to join their Michelin recommended restaurant. In this role, you will create unique dishes using the finest seasonal produce while ensuring excellent service. The ideal candidate should be dedicated, collaborative, and eager to learn, working in a high-pressure environment. This position offers an annual package of £39,600, reflecting a commitment to excellence and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Discounted hotel rates

Discounted food & beverage experiences

Discounted spa treatment and products

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Meals on duty

Laundry of uniforms

Social activities and events

Recognition & reward programs

Annual awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Discretionary service charge

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and confidence to inspire others.
• Dedication to service excellence.
• Great care in working with the finest products.
• Team spirit and trustworthiness.
• Enthusiasm for learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a unique experience using the finest products.
• Prepare and present food to the highest standards.
• Work effectively under pressure during busy periods.

Skills

High-end food and wine dedication

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Passion for cooking

Time keeping

Job description

Our hotel

The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902, it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

Your key responsibilities

Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of iconic hotels that respects the individuality of the location and its team members, encouraging them to be their natural selves while providing a local, authentic experience to our guests.

Are you passionate about innovative, quality cuisine and the finest seasonal produce? Interested in taking your career to the next level at a world-leading luxury Are you passionate about innovative, quality cuisine and the finest seasonal produce?

Join Mathew Sherry, Chef de Cuisine in our fine dining, Michelin recommended, 4 AA Rosette Number One restaurant kitchen working alongside our talented chefs passionate about using fresh seasonal produce while developing and training their team.

Like our award-winning team, you should be passionate about modern cooking, being creative, and delivering world-class hospitality to our guests.

Please note: we do not provide visa sponsorship.

• Use the finest products, and cook from scratch to create a unique experience for our guests
• Be part of a kitchen brigadeto prepare and present food to the highest standards
• Use creative methods of cooking
• Be able to work under pressure during busy periods
• No split shift to support your work-life balance
• Work 5 days a week for dinner service only

Who we are looking for

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests.

We are looking for team members who bring:

• Dedication and passion for high-end food and wine
• Enthusiasm and confidence to inspire others
• Dedication to service excellence
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Passion for cooking and professional growth
• Great care in working with the finest products
• Excellent time keeping
• Team spirit and trustworthiness
• Enthusiasm for learning

Why work with us

Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry.
Working with us provides access to the following perks:

• Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels
• Discounted food & beverage experiences
• Discounted spa treatment and products
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms
• Social activities and events
• Recognition & reward programs
• Annual awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work
• Discretionary service charge

£39,600 Expected package(£33,600 gross salary plus a qualified estimate of £6,000 indiscretionary service charge)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.