Title:  Sous Chef

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Sous Chef – Edinburgh
Location: 1–3 Lochside Crescent, Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh, EH12 9SE
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(No weekends – occasional hospitality support as required)

Bring your leadership to the kitchen – and enjoy a role with balance, variety, and real progression.

Aramark UK is currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at a large, high-profile workplace site in Edinburgh Park. With a weekday-only schedule, you’ll benefit from a consistent routine while delivering exceptional food and hospitality services to a busy, engaged clientele.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a modern, fast-paced catering environment that serves breakfast, lunch, and a wide variety of hospitality events — including everything from sandwich lunches to fine dining dinners.

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Monday to Friday, daytime hours – no weekends
• Competitive salary: £33,000 per annum
• Free perks: On-site parking, free gym membership, and free meals during shifts
• Discounts: Access to our Employee Benefits Portal – 100s of discounts on retail, travel, groceries, and more
• Wellbeing: Online GP access, life assurance, pension contributions
• Career development: Apprenticeship schemes and internal promotion pathways available

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee kitchen production and service delivery to meet Aramark standards and client expectations
• Lead and support the kitchen team, creating a positive and performance-driven culture
• Drive innovation across the food offering and contribute ideas for new menus and services
• Deliver excellent hospitality experiences – from corporate lunches to formal dinners
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met
• Collaborate closely with senior chefs to ensure smooth daily operations
• Build strong, positive relationships with both clients and internal teams

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a high-volume, multi-outlet catering environment
• Strong attention to detail and a process-driven, analytical mindset
• Calm and confident leadership style – able to motivate and support a busy team
• Creative approach with a passion for quality and innovation
• A collaborative team player who is open, honest, and solutions-focused

About the site:

This is a vibrant and high-traffic workplace environment with a building population of approx. 1,900. Across multiple catering outlets, we serve breakfast, lunch, and a range of corporate hospitality functions. The team includes 29 catering professionals, and the site consistently sees a 55–62% footfall share.

Ready to lead with impact and take your culinary career to the next level – without giving up your weekends?

Apply now and show us what you bring to the table.

Job Reference: 599740

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.  

 
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk  

  
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