Sous Chef

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy, but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
Ottolenghi Edinburgh marks an exciting new chapter for us, our first restaurant in Scotland. Opening in autumn 2026, this will be a vibrant, busy restaurant with a genuine commitment to fresh, seasonal produce and sustainability at its heart.
What youll do
Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and setting the tone for a supportive, high-performance culture.
Oversee sections and support daily kitchen operations to ensure consistency and excellence in food quality and presentation.
Work closely with the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen on new menu ideas and seasonal development.
Uphold food hygiene and safety standards, ensuring a clean and well-organised kitchen at all times.
Help manage stock control, ordering, and food costs efficiently and sustainably.
Assist in rota planning and labour management to meet operational and financial goals.
Take an active role in mentoring and training junior chefs, sharing knowledge and building confidence.
Collaborate closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to deliver a seamless and memorable guest experience.
What were looking for
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen, minimum of 2 years.
Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and genuinely enjoys developing others.
A passion for fresh, seasonal cooking and the creativity to bring something special to the pass.
A calm, hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example.
A genuine pride in maintaining high standards and a positive kitchen culture.
Key skills
Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and a deep understanding of flavour and seasonality.
Excellent people management and communication skills.
Confident managing stock, food costs, and kitchen administration.
Calm under pressure with a solutions-focused mindset.
Well-organised with excellent attention to detail.
Comfortable using relevant kitchen management and IT systems. xwzovoh
A genuine passion for food, people, and continuous improvement.
Whats in it for you?
30 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays
Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral
Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chefs Academy workshops, and access to external courses
A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated
Enhanced Parental Pay after two years service
A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued
If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.