Sodexo, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Job Introduction
Heritage Portfolio is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Pastry Chef to join the team at our Central Production Kitchen in Leith, Edinburgh. We operate within some of Scotland’s leading cultural destinations, including Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, V&A Dundee, Mansfield Traquair, the Signet Library and Perth and Musselburgh Racecourses.
With an emphasis on fresh, made‑from‑scratch cooking, our culinary teams execute outstanding catering and event services, from private dining, weddings and corporate clients to exceptional in‑house café services. Under the guidance of our Head of Patisserie and culinary development team, you will prepare and deliver a range of menus, from deli‑style retail offers to high‑end fine dining experiences, all with our overarching ethos of quality, seasonality, provenance and flavour at their heart.
Role Responsibilities
* Ensuring whilst on shift at the Central Production Kitchen that all recipes and specs are followed, and all dishes are produced to the highest standard.
* Help the senior kitchen team to drive production efficiencies.
* Support event food service in multiple venues across our portfolio, ensuring all H&S HACCP and food safety policies are adhered to.
* Assist the Kitchen management team with all COSHH Health & Safety and Food safety processes within the Central Production Kitchen.
Ideal Candidate
* A sound knowledge and passion for all things pastry.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Attention to detail and punctuality.
Desirables
* Food Safety Level 2 qualification minimum.
* Experience in high‑end establishments.
Package Description
* Pastry Chef
* £15 per hour
* 30 hours per week, contracted
About The Company
Heritage Portfolio is the sub‑segment of Sodexo Live! that produces outstanding catering and event services for our cultural destinations. These include exceptional in‑house café services in some of Britain’s leading visitor attractions such as V&A Dundee, The Signet Library, Portrait Gallery, private parties and dining, weddings and prestigious events.
Our mantra is “Never standing still” and as we grow and flourish in the world of bespoke events and venues, we remain true to our original ethos: to provide an amazing experience that goes beyond the remarkable food we serve. Therefore we are always looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and take pride in the work they deliver.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Facilities Services
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