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Head Chef – Authentic Italian Restaurant, Edinburgh Lead with Passion. Cook with Heart. Inspire with Tradition. The Vittoria Group have been bringing the warmth and flavour of Italian hospitality to Edinburgh since 1970. As a proud third-generation family business, we remain devoted to creating genuine Italian dining experiences — where exceptional ingredients, seasonal produce, and traditional techniques come together to delight every guest. We are now seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen at one of our renowned Italian restaurants. This is a rare opportunity for a driven culinary professional to take the helm of a busy, high-quality kitchen and play a key role in shaping our menu and maintaining the highest standards of Italian cuisine. The Role As Head Chef, you’ll take full responsibility for kitchen operations — from leading and developing your team to designing and executing exceptional dishes that reflect the heart of Italy. You’ll ensure that every plate served meets our standards for flavour, presentation, and consistency, while maintaining a well-organised, safe, and efficient kitchen. Key Responsibilities • Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver outstanding food and service, • Develop creative, seasonal menus in line with the restaurant’s Italian heritage, • Maintain full control of stock, ordering, and cost management to achieve GP targets, • Uphold the highest levels of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation, • Create a positive, collaborative environment where chefs can thrive and grow, • Work closely with senior management to continually enhance the guest experience About You Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef* in a high-quality restaurant • Deep understanding and passion for authentic Italian cuisine and culinary tradition, • Strong leadership and communication skills, • Excellent organisational and time management abilities, • A calm, confident approach in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Commitment to quality, consistency, and creativity What We Offer • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives, • Supportive, family-run environment with real career progression opportunities, • Freedom to innovate within a respected, established brand, • Staff discounts across all Vittoria Hospitality Group venues, • A warm, professional team culture built on pride and passion If you’re ready to bring your creativity, leadership, and love for Italian food to one of Edinburgh’s most respected hospitality groups, we’d love to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Health & wellbeing programme, • Referral programme, • Store discount Work authorisation: • United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

Assisting both the Head Chef with managerial duties and being a mentor to our wok chefs, lines chefs and salad chefs. Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do, so it's important we find the right Second Chef who is going to be supportive, friendly an

This role will see you set on a career path to be a sous chef of the future and as such, you'll get to deputise for the senior kitchen team developing great leadership skills while delivering outstanding guest experiences. Cooking our fresh food in a fast-paced environment, you will own your section

Chef - Edinburgh. We're looking for Chefs to come and join us at Côte. Come and work in a kitchen where you'll enjoy flexible working hours and find great banter and serious Chef skill in equal portions-it all goes into making great food you'll be proud to put your name to.

We are looking for an experienced Breakfast Chef to join our team.

If you're passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to take your culinary expertise to new heights, join us as Head Chef.

Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday.

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all wi

We are looking for an experienced Breakfast Chef to join our team.

Chef Vacancies - Event Catering Roles. We are hiring passionate and reliable chefs to support large-scale hospitality events across Scotland.

Our kitchen has a wonderful team of chefs who work very hard and are great at what they do, so its important we find the right Second Chef who is going to be supportive, friendly and hands-on, always ready to help in the different sections of the kitchen.

This role offers full-time hours on a rotating shift basis and is ideal for chefs who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume catering environment. You will play a vital role in ensuring meals are prepared to a high standard while maintaining hygiene and safety protocols at all times. Chef whites and no

Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for experienced and reliable Temporary Chefs to join a busy catering kitchen for one of our valued clients based in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering high-quality food. Wha

Duck & Waffle Edinburgh is now looking for an experienced Breakfast Chef to join our very successful brigade as we continue to grow. As a Breakfast Chef we dont just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at work, these benefits include:. The primary re

Siamo Group are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a kitchen team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, managing staff, and ensuring that our clients menu reflects the latest culinary trends while meeting cu

Senior Sous Chef Since 2006 we’ve been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with our award-winning wines and cocktails. We became B Corp certified in 2022 and are the only restaurant group in the UK to place in the Best Companies for 13 consecutive years, meaning we have some of the happiest people in the industry working here! This is alongside raising over £1million for Action Against Hunger and being rated as one of the most sustainable groups in the country. As a Senior Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, running high standards day to day while helping shape the future of the kitchen. What You’ll Do Work alongside the Head Chef to run the kitchen Manage day-to-day operations including service, prep and close Lead, train and inspire the team across all sections Take ownership of ordering, stock control and kitchen standards Be a role model for Hawksmoor values and food quality Who You Are You’ve been a Sous Chef or Senior Sous in a quality, high-volume kitchen You’re a proven leader with strong people management skills You balance creativity with consistency and organisation You’re ready to step into a Head Chef role in the future Our Values Welcome Everyone – we are warm, welcoming and help everyone feel comfortable being themselves Work Hard and Be Nice to People – we balance hard work and ambition with integrity, kindness and fun Hit Hawksmoor Standards – we all take accountability for the part we play Keep Evolving – we continue to develop through listening, learning, feedback and new ideas Benefits 28 days’ holiday (including service charge) Free staff meals on shift + 50% off for visits with loved ones Paid overtime on salaries Income protection

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:.Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare bene

We require a strong lead chef to join an already established, professional and supportive team, capable of running an area of hospitality on match days, working either alone or with support chefs. As a Lead Chef you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a

Are you passionate about innovative, quality cuisine and the finest seasonal produce? Interested in taking your career to the next level at a world-leading luxury hotel to work with our Head Chef Mathew Sherry, in our 4 AA Rosette Number One restaurant? Then Rocco Forte Hotels would love to invite y

The Senior Sous Chef must be able to assume the Head Chefs responsibilities in his/her absence. Our kitchen is now looking for an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our very successful brigade as we continue to grow. As a Senior Sous Chef we dont just give you a job you love, we like to reward you

Were looking for a Sous Chef to join our growing Rosas family and be the right-hand to our Head Chef. As a Sous Chef at Rosas Thai, youll play a vital role in leading the kitchen team, ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection, and keeping our guests coming back for more. Support the Head Chef in

Looking for an experienced Head Chef to oversee a busy kitchen operation at a busy hotel.

Job Description Your Role: Duck & Waffle Edinburgh is now looking for an experienced Breakfast Chef to join our very successful brigade as we continue to grow. Your Rewards: As a Breakfast Chef we dont just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at w

Job Description We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and custome

Job Description We are Inspire Catering, our philosophy since day one has been to recruit the finest talent and quite literally 'inspire' them! Then, we combine our collective enthusiasm and passion for fabulous food and exceptional service with the freshest, most seasonal ingredients sourced as lo

Job Description Restaurant Head Chef - £36k+ Package New Opening – Edinburgh & Lothians Role We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to join our client in Edinburgh. As Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating delicious dishes, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring the h

QualificationsPrevious experience as a Chef De Partie working on multiple sectionsAirline catering would be fantastic, although not essentialProficiency in various cooking methods and techniques, including grilling, roasting, an

Chef Catering and Hospitality - Glebe House Care Home Contract:Part TimeSalary:£12. We’re looking for a skilled Chef to join our c

Job Description We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.

Set in a busy city location our client is looking for a passionate Head Chef to le.

Job Description Our hotel The Balmoral is located at Edinburghs most prestigious address, No. Our hotels majestic clock defines the citys skyline and since the day we opened in 1902, it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.

Youll Fit Right InnAs Chef de Partie, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring presentation and attention to detail are paramount. Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program. Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day book

Job Description We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - Monday to Friday - Term Time Only - Contributory pension scheme - Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes - Q

Job Description Experienced Chef needed at Edinburgh Larder - Daytime Shifts The Edinburgh Larder ethos is based on the fantastic produce Scotland has to offer.

Job Description We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: - Monday to Friday - Term Time Only - Contributory pension scheme - Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes - Q

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:.Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes.Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare bene

Access to Compass Group benefits - retail discounts, wellbeing support, development programmes.

With our structured training and supportive team environment, you’ll grow your skills step by step - starting with one section as a Chef 1, building confidence across two as a Chef 2, and mastering all three to become a Chef 3. Are you ready to put your heart into every dish you create? At Prezzo

Job Description Your Role: Our kitchen is now looking for an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our very successful brigade as we continue to grow. Your Rewards: As a Senior Sous Chef we dont just give you a job you love, we like to reward you for all your commitment and dedication at work, the

Job Description Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for experienced and reliable Temporary Chefs to join a busy catering kitchen for one of our valued clients based in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering high-

Lead Chef - Hibernian FC We require a strong lead chef to join an already established, pr.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: • Contributory pension scheme, • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes, • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits, • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more...

Banqueting Chef / Sous Chef Country Club. The Banqueting Chef / Junior Sous Chef will run banqueting to a high level: dinners of 200+ and events of up to 1,000.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day kitchen related activities, supporting with the management of all kitchen teams and back of house F&B spaces.We’ve opened our doors in Edinburgh’s charming West End - our very first Hox in Scotland.Set across 11

We are a family‑run UK business operating food and beverage outlets at airports, creating exceptional experiences for all our customers.We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic.As a Junior Sous Chef, you’ll work alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, mainta

A chef manager who has their finger on the pulse and is in touch with high street food trends. A Self-starter and forward-thinking chef manager who leads from the front. Chef Manager to oversee both staff dining and hospitality.

Job Description Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel.It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments.Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together.We are brave,

Job Description The role: Global Talent 2020 are excited to be working with one of Edinburghs leading Restaurant operators at their beautifully appointed venue in the heart of the city.This busy cosmopolitan venue is looking for a passionate Sous Chef for their quality focused day focused restaura