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Posted 01 August, 2026

Sous Chef

Stafffinders Recruitment Ltd
Dunfermline, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

Edinburgh | Sous Chef | £31,850 to £40,000 per annum\n

The job: a popular restaurant based in the heart of Edinburgh, this role offers the opportunity to lead a busy, fast-paced kitchen, creating fresh, high-quality dishes while delivering an exceptional dining experience.

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The person: an experienced Sous Chef with a passion for creative cooking, leading kitchen teams, and maintaining outstanding food quality in a friendly hospitality environment.

What you will get in your new role\n
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  • Salary ranging from £31,850 to £40,000 per annum
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  • Company discount scheme
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  • Workplace pension
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  • Staff meals
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  • Brilliant tips, shared equally between front and back of house
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  • Wellbeing confidential support
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Responsibilities in your new role as Sous Chef\n

As our Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in the smooth operation of our bustling kitchen. Your responsibilities will include:

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  • Leading service and coordinating the kitchen team during busy periods
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  • Monitoring food quality, presentation, and service timings
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  • Supervising and supporting Chefs de Partie and junior kitchen staff
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  • Assisting with staff training, development, and shift planning
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  • Helping manage stock levels and placing food orders
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  • Ensuring high standards of food hygiene and health and safety are maintained
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  • Supporting the Head Chef with menu development and daily specials
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  • Testing and refining new dishes and recipes
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  • Maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency at all times
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Your personality, experience and qualifications\n

You are a passionate Sous Chef with experience in a similar role and a strong track record of progression and longevity within previous positions. You'll thrive in a fast paced kitchen, bring creativity to every service, and enjoy supporting the development of those around you. Key requirements include:

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  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role
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  • Proven career progression and longevity in a previous positions
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  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment
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  • Experience in creating high-quality, innovative dishes
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  • Experience training and mentoring junior chefs
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  • Excellent communication skills
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Apply now!
\n Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.
\n Stafffinders are operating as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for temporary positions.

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