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Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel.
It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together. We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional. Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award-winning teams - We are recruiting a Sous Chef for a prestigious new city centre office development in Edinburgh.
Rate of Pay: £33,500 per annumWorking Pattern: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday Daytime)Location: Edinburgh, EH3
About the role:
You'll be working in a brand new, state-of-the-art kitchen with a fantastic working environment and stunning city views. This role sits within a busy staff restaurant offering a diverse and fresh food concept, including Classic British, European and global fusion dishes, alongside pizza, pasta, deli and street food pop-ups.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing high-quality food for breakfast and lunch services, catering for around 1,200 employees
* Supporting the Head Chef in managing and developing a team of 9 chefs
* Delivering a varied food offer including Classic British, European and Global Fusion dishes, along with pizza, pasta, deli and street food concepts
* Creating a positive kitchen environment where the team feel supported and motivated
* Identifying opportunities to improve food quality and overall service
* Supporting with ordering, stock control and minimising food waste
* Assisting with budget control and achieving financial targets
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene
* Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and food handling regulations
What we are looking for:
* Be a strong communicator who builds positive relationships
* Be proactive, organised and able to take initiative
* Have a passion for food and delivering quality dishes
* Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliability
What's in it for you? Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
* Personal Development and Training opportunities
* Life assurance scheme
* Pension scheme
* Holiday allowance
* Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
* Eye care
* A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
* Family friendly support
* Regular social events and communication with our leaders
* A holiday purchase scheme
* Volunteering days
* Professional subscriptions
* Recognition schemes and people awards
* Long service awards
* Access to some great high street discount vouchers