Sous Chef

Role: Sous Chef Operation: Contemporary Bar & Restaurant - New Opening Location: Edinburgh Package: £45-50K+ Bonus & Company Benefits

Ellis Mack Recruitment is excited to be partnering with an expanding independent hospitality group to recruit an ambitious Sous Chef for an exciting new Bar & Restaurant in Edinburgh

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stylish, food-led operation from day one, working alongside an experienced Head Chef to help establish a high-performing kitchen brigade. The venue will showcase fresh, contemporary cuisine in a vibrant and fast-paced environment, making it an ideal opportunity for a passionate Sous Chef looking to take the next step in their career.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave.
• Staff discounts across all company venues.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Supportive and progressive working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of the kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring service runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Help maintain exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation across every service.
• Supervise, motivate and develop junior chefs, creating a positive team culture.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, stock rotation and minimising waste.
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards are consistently achieved.
• Contribute to menu development, seasonal specials and continuous improvement of the food offering.
• Monitor kitchen performance to help achieve labour, food cost and gross profit targets.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to progress.
• Have experience within a quality fresh-food restaurant, premium bar or contemporary dining operation.
• Be passionate about producing high-quality food using fresh ingredients.
• Possess strong leadership skills and enjoy mentoring and developing others.
• Be organised, calm under pressure and capable of leading a busy kitchen service.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a commitment to consistently high standards.
• Have a stable work history with a genuine ambition to progress within a growing hospitality business.

If you're looking to play a key role in an exciting new restaurant opening and join a business that offers genuine opportunities for career progression, we'd love to hear from you.