Job Ref: AM15258 Branch: The Caledonian Edinburgh Location: The Caledonian, Edinburgh Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary + Exclusive Benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 Hours Per Week Posted date: 23/03/2026 Closing date: 25/04/2026
At The Caledonian Edinburgh, our culinary vision blends heritage, innovation and the finest Scottish produce. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen brigade, shaping exceptional dining experiences and delivering world-class cuisine with precision, creativity and leadership.
The Person:
An accomplished culinary leader with extensive kitchen management experience
Strategic and commercially aware, with strong menu engineering and cost-control expertise
A motivating mentor who inspires high performance, learning and continuous improvement
Confident in driving food innovation, quality consistency and operational excellence
Highly knowledgeable in HACCP, health & safety, compliance and kitchen systems.
The Role: .
Lead the culinary team to deliver exceptional, safe, high-quality dishes across all outlets
Oversee menu development, seasonal offerings and culinary proposition design
Drive food quality, consistency, specification compliance and guest satisfaction
Manage financial performance, including food cost, purchasing, yield and waste
Champion change initiatives, team development, compliance and kitchen standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and deliver annual resourcing, training and quality plans
Lead menu planning, seasonal updates and product innovation
Ensure all dishes meet full specification, costings and brand presentation standards
Maintain safe, compliant operations, including HACCP, cleaning schedules and equipment records
Develop team capability through coaching, succession planning and continuous feedback
The Benefits:
Competitive Salary + Tronc
Free and healthy meals when on duty
50% off our Food & Beverage Venues The Court & Caley Bar
Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, offering discounted room nights at all Hilton branded properties worldwide, starting at £45 per night
Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
Fully funded apprenticeships T&Cs apply
28 Days of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
Pension enrolment
We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality!
Why Join Us
At The Caledonian Edinburgh, youll be part of a team that values excellence, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. With Klarent Hospitality, your career is supported by investment in people, diversity and long-term growth.
Begin your journey with one of Edinburghs most iconic hotels.
Learn more at our careers website.
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