Job
Job Ref: 655691Job Title: Kitchen staffPub: The Playfair, EdinburghSalary: £12.91Closing Date: 03-06-2026
Overview
We are looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard-working teams. No experience is needed, just a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a calm head under pressure. Whether you are looking for a long‑term career or just some extra shifts, if you are reliable, friendly and love working as part of a team this role could be perfect for you.
Benefits
- Competitive rate of pay
- A free meal and a drink while working
- 20% discount on all food, drinks and hotel accommodation (for you and up to three guests) when not working
- £1 extra per hour for hours worked during midnight‑5.59am
- Bonus scheme – earn up to 19% of your pay
- Availability of guaranteed‑hours contracts and variable‑hours contracts
- Paid holiday
- Free shares after a qualifying period
- Loyalty reward scheme
Duties
- Preparing, cooking and presenting food to the correct specification
- Operating kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
- Working as a team to keep to time and quality targets
- Following food hygiene and allergen, as well as health and safety standards
- Cleaning as you go, including full kitchen clean‑downs
- Rotating stock and storing food safely
- Completing required induction, role‑specific and ongoing refresher training and contributing to continuous improvement
Progression and Development
- Structured on‑the‑job training
- Apprenticeships and management academies
- Cross‑training into other areas (bar, floor, hotel)
- Opportunities to move into team‑leader, kitchen‑shift‑leader and/or pub‑manager roles
Inclusiveness
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. Whatever your background, preferences or beliefs, we will ensure that you have the skills and knowledge you need for a great career with us. Under‑18s may attract a lower rate of pay, always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.
Hours
Hours per week: 32. Flexible across all days; morning, evening, weekend and late finishes are offered.
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