Sous Chef

Job DescriptionUE05 £28,879 - £33,232 per annum + 15% Premium Band Accommodation, Catering and Events; Business Development and Occupancy Full time - 35 hours per week Open ended (Permanent)The Opportunity:We have an exciting opportunity to join the brigade at The Scott Hotel, part of the University of Edinburgh's hotel collection. We are looking for a highly-motivated, talented Sous Chef looking for a new challenge to help implement an exciting casual-fine dining concept at Bonnar's. They will play a crucial role in the efficient operation of the kitchen, dealing with the freshest foraged Scottish produce for a seasonal and sustainable menu.This post is full-time (35 hours per week), over 4 days per week.Your skills and attributes for success: Previous of experience in a fresh food kitchen. Understanding of modern food trends and cooking techniques. Assist the Head Chef with menu creation and development. A firm grasp of Health and Safety legislation Be passionate about what you do, be an ambassador for the Hotel Focused, team player and a critical thinker, detail oriented with a strong work ethic, and most importantly be obsessed with food. Michelin Star/Rosette background preferred.Click to view a copy of the full job description(opens new browser tab)As a valued member of our team, you can expect: A competitive salary of £28,879 - £33,232 per annum + 15% Premium Band for working variable shifts and weekends 40 days annual leave per year Industry-leading pension scheme An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages(opens new browser tab).On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 7 October 2024. Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone. Interviews will be held one week after closing date.About UsAs a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow's greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the TeamAccommodation, Catering and Events provides catered and self-catered residential accommodation for over 10,000 students, including community and welfare support through its Residence Life service. We also operate 17 cafes and a range of other catering products to students and staff across the University estate. Under our commercial brand, The University of Edinburgh Hospitality and Events Collection, we deliver hotel accommodation options to around 200,000 guests each year plus an extensive selection of conference, catering and event services to over 2,000 events. Please visit our website for further information.