Kitchen Leader & Chef Mentor – Sous Chef

Fb-Edinburgh-Fort-Kinnaird; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Tronc

Staff discounts

Apprenticeships

Wellbeing support

Early access to wages

Team events

Job summary

Frankie & Benny’s Edinburgh is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen and support the Head Chef in delivering meals to spec. You will coach the team, maintain top hygiene, and drive consistent results in a fast-paced environment.

You will thriv e under pressure, lead by example, and step up when the Head Chef is away. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive, inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to lead and train staff.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in running a smooth, efficient kitchen.
• Lead by example—cooking delicious dishes to spec and keeping standards sky-high.
• Help train and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and motivated environment.
• Maintain top hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Step up and take charge when the Head Chef is away.

Skills

Team leadership

High-volume kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Frankie & Benny’s Edinburgh is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen and support the Head Chef in delivering meals to spec. You will coach the team, maintain top hygiene, and drive consistent results in a fast-paced environment.

You will thriv e under pressure, lead by example, and step up when the Head Chef is away. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive, inclusive team culture.