Senior Sous Chef

Edinburgh

£37,000 per year + approximately £4000 TRONC per year

40 hours per week + paid overtime (time off in lieu)

Blue Arrow is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a prestigious 4-star hotel in the heart of Edinburgh for an experienced and ambitious Senior Sous Chef.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a talented kitchen brigade that is passionate about creative cooking, seasonal menus, and high-quality food prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in leading the team, driving standards, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

• Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of kitchen operations.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of chefs, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Assist in creating innovative menus that celebrate seasonal and locally sourced produce.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented to an exceptional standard.
• Oversee stock management, ordering, and cost control.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.
• Work closely with front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Drive consistency, quality, and creativity across all food offerings.

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef within a quality hotel, restaurant, or rosette-standard environment.
• Experience working within a 2 AA Rosette kitchen is highly desirable.
• Passion for fresh ingredients and scratch cooking.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of modern culinary techniques and food trends.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining exceptional food quality and hygiene standards.

• £37,000 basic salary
• Approximately £4000 TRONC per year
• 40-hour working week
• Overtime returned as Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and long-term growth
• Ongoing training and development programmes
• Access to industry-leading learning resources
• Work within a professional and supportive team environment
• Be part of a kitchen that values creativity, fresh produce, and culinary excellence

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Senior Sous Chef looking to take the next step in their career with a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers clear routes for progression.

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