Chef

Company: Sodexo Group
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Job introduction

We’re looking for a passionate and creative Chef to take the reins at our vibrant Café Portrait service counter and adjoining table-service space, The Nook.

This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and takes pride in delivering fresh, high-quality food with flair.

About the Role

You will work along with the lead chef across two connected concepts:

  • Busy city centre café/restaurant served from a scratch kitchen – home‑made soups, filled rolls, daily mains, and vibrant salads
  • The Nook, our relaxed table‑service space offering a carefully crafted lunch menu

What We Offer

  • A supportive and friendly working environment
  • Creative freedom to shape menus and specials
  • Daytime‑focused hours (ideal for work‑life balance)

What you’ll do

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and oversee the production of soups, artisan filled rolls, hearty mains, and vibrant salads
  • Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and taste in every dish
  • Manage kitchen operations, stock control, food waste, and food safety standards
  • Work closely with a lead chef and front‑of‑house staff and particularly the café manager to create a seamless customer experience

What you’ll bring

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a chef in a café, bistro, or similar environment
  • Strong skills in fresh food preparation and menu development
  • A passion for simple, high‑quality ingredients and creative presentation
  • Excellent organisational abilities
  • A hands‑on approach and a positive, team‑focused attitude

Why Sodexo?

  • Cafe Portrait Chef
  • Casual hours/part-time
  • £15 per hour

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Posted: June 18th, 2026