Description
Junior Sous Chef, Element, Edinburgh
Full Time, Permanent
Base Salary of £14.30ph Basic + Tronc (Circa £3.00)
Total earning of £17.30ph
Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Rose Street, Element is a vibrant bar and restaurant that blends the best of traditional Scottish hospitality with a modern, creative twist. We’re passionate about locally sourced food, expertly crafted drinks, and creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. Whether it’s through our seasonal menus, our commitment to sustainability, or our live music nights, we take pride in delivering memorable experiences every day. If you’re enthusiastic, friendly, and love working in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Junior Sous Chef Duties
Assisting with Menu Preparation – Work closely with the Head Chef to develop, plan, and implement new dishes, ensuring they align with the restaurant’s concept and meet quality standards.
Overseeing Kitchen Operations – Manage kitchen staff during shifts, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently, and the kitchen runs smoothly, particularly during busy service periods.
Staff Training & Mentoring – Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, safety standards, and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
Maintaining Kitchen Hygiene & Safety – Ensure that the kitchen adheres to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, conducting regular checks and maintaining a clean and organised environment.
Inventory & Stock Control – Assist with inventory management, including ordering, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring the proper storage of ingredients to minimise waste and ensure consistent food quality
Required Skills
Advanced Culinary Skills – Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and culinary skills, with the ability to prepare and cook high-quality meals consistently.
Leadership & Team Management – Ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff, ensuring efficient operations, maintaining morale, and fostering a positive team environment.
Time Management & Multi-tasking – Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple kitchen tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of dishes during busy periods.
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Ability to address kitchen challenges quickly and effectively, making decisions that ensure food quality, kitchen efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
Attention to Detail – A keen eye for detail in food preparation, presentation, and portion control, ensuring dishes are consistently prepared to the highest standard.
Benefits
On top of pay - also included is our wider benefits such as:
• Staff discount ranging from 25% to 50% on F&B at all Signature Group Venues
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Extra annual leave days gathered through service
Plus so much more!
We look after our team and provide access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Signature Group believes in promoting a healthy work / life balance.
Applying for Signature
If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply today by sending in your CV.
Element is part of Signature Group. We have 21 venues in Scotland, including Cold Town House, Paramount, Badger & Co, The Spiritualist, McLarens on the Corner, Copper Blossom, The Smokin’ Fox and more.
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