Relief Chef

Signature Pub Group Ltd.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Extra annual leave days

Job summary

Signature Pub Group Ltd. is seeking a Relief Chef to support our Scottish venues with high-quality food preparation and service across sites. You will adapt to different kitchen environments, follow menus, train staff, and ensure health and safety standards.

This role requires teamwork, quick thinking, and a customer-focused attitude to maintain consistency during busy periods. Join our multi-venue team and enjoy opportunities for development and a competitive benefits package including staff

Qualifications

• Culinary expertise across multiple cuisines and kitchen settings.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different sites and teams.
• Strong time management to handle busy periods.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with front-of-house.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals across sites.
• Adapt to various kitchen environments with minimal supervision.
• Support and train kitchen staff at different sites.
• Execute menus and accommodate dietary requests.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene standards across venues.

Skills

Culinary Expertise

Flexibility

Time Management

Teamwork & Communication

Problem-Solving & Initiative

Job description

Relief Chef Duties

Food Preparation & Cooking - Prepare and cook high-quality meals according to the specific needs of each site, ensuring consistency and adhering to the restaurant’s menu and standards.

Adapt to Different Kitchen Environments - Quickly adapt to various kitchen setups, equipment, and team dynamics, ensuring smooth operations at each site with minimal supervision.

Staff Support & Training - Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff at different sites, assisting with training when needed and ensuring that the team works efficiently during busy periods.

Menu Execution & Special Requests - Follow each site’s menu and recipes, accommodating special dietary requirements and customer preferences, ensuring all dishes are prepared to a high standard.

Health, Safety & Hygiene Compliance - Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene at each site, adhering to food safety regulations and ensuring that all food preparation areas are sanitised properly.

Required Skills

Culinary Expertise - Strong cooking and food preparation skills, with the ability to work across different types of cuisines and adapt to various kitchen settings.

Flexibility & Adaptability - Ability to quickly adapt to different kitchen environments, team structures, and operational styles while maintaining a high standard of work.

Time Management - Excellent time management skills, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritise responsibilities across different sites, ensuring smooth service.

Teamwork & Communication - Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams across various locations, ensuring effective communication and cooperation.

Problem-Solving & Initiative - Ability to work independently, troubleshoot issues, and think on your feet, solving problems as they arise to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly.

Benefits

On top of pay - also included is our wider benefits such as:

• Staff discount ranging from 25% to 50% on F&B at all Signature Group Venues
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Extra annual leave days gathered through service

Plus so much more!

At Signature, we’re always on the lookout for passionate kitchen staff, including Kitchen Porters, Commis Chefs, Chef de Parties, Sous Chefs, and Head Chefs. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we offer excellent opportunities for development and progression. Our kitchens are built on teamwork, support, and professional growth, we’ll help you reach your career goals every step of the way.

We look after our team and provide access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Signature Group believes in promoting a healthy work / life balance.

Signature Group have 21 venues in Scotland, including Cold Town House, Paramount, Badger & Co, The Spiritualist, McLarens on the Corner, Copper Blossom, The Smokin’ Fox and more.

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