Sous Chef
Flexible-Workforce-Solutions
City of Edinburgh · posted 20 August 2026
Job type
temporary
Location
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Category
Other
Sous Chef | Edinburgh West End
£34,000 + £6,000-£9,000 tronc (OTE up to £43,000)
45 hours | 5-day week | Wednesday-Sunday
Mondays & Tuesdays off — every week
The Role
We're recruiting a Sous Chef for one of Edinburgh West End's most popular neighbourhood venues — a busy bar and kitchen known for Scottish tapas, small plates, brunch, and Sunday roasts with a genuinely loyal following. This is a hands‑on number two position, working closely with the Head Chef to keep standards high, the team sharp, and service running smoothly across a varied weekly offering.
What We're Looking For
- Solid Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP ready to step up
- Experience in a quality, fresh food kitchen — small plates or similar a bonus
- Someone who leads from the front and takes ownership of the pass
- Confident with food cost, prep management, and kitchen organisation
- A team player who brings energy, not just ability
Why This One
- Consistent days off every week — proper work-life balance, not just a promise
- Strong OTE with a transparent tronc scheme
- A venue with a real identity and a strong local reputation
- Fresh, seasonal cooking — no frozen shortcuts
- Natural progression within a growing, independent company