Perfect for an experienced chef looking for balanced daytime shifts while staying creative in the kitchen. We're looking for someone fast, efficient, and excited to work closely with our Kitchen Manager to bring new ideas to life through our weekly specials.
Who we are
We're Gweilo, a small but mighty street food business serving up Cantonese classics with a twist. You'll find us at Edinburgh Street Food (ESF) – a buzzing food hall in the city centre at the side of the Omni Centre.
Our core menu is built around the Cantonese dishes people love most, while our weekly specials let us get more creative – showcasing authentic Hong Kong flavours, seasonal produce, and festival-inspired ideas.
As a team, we keep things simple: work hard, look out for each other, and enjoy what we do. We believe the success of our business comes down to the perfect balance of looking after the team, our passion for creativity and quality, and a love for hitting business targets.
What you'll be doing
* Prepping ingredients efficiently to keep service smooth and consistent
* Supporting the Kitchen Manager in developing and testing new weekly specials
* Maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation
* Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and always up to health & safety standards
* Assisting with stock rotation, ordering, and waste control
* Jumping in where needed to support the team – we're all hands-on here
What we're looking for
* Experience in a busy kitchen (street food, casual dining, or similar)
* Someone who works quickly, neatly, and with attention to detail
* A genuine passion for Cantonese and Asian flavours, with curiosity for new ideas
* Organised, reliable, and confident working independently as well as in a team
* A positive attitude and strong communication skills
* Food safety and hygiene knowledge/certifications
Perks of the job
* Daytime hours, 5 days a week – enjoy your evenings back
* Free staff meal every shift, plus 25% off when you're not working
* 25% discount at other Omni Centre businesses (Nando's, Tony Macaroni, Slug & Lettuce, Bubble Tea, Boom Battle Bar, Glasshouse Hotel)
* Discounted gym membership at Nuffield Health
If you're a creative, organised chef who wants to keep learning while enjoying a balanced schedule, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
Work Location: In person