Head Chef – The Scott & Bonnars

Grade UE06: 34610 to 39906 per annum plus 15% Premium Band for flexible working

CSG / Accommodation Catering and Events / Business Development

Full-time: 35 hours per week 5 over 7 days including weekends

Open-ended (permanent)

Where passion meets purpose. Be part of something bigger.

Here you can continue to make a difference in everything around you. Take on new challenges grow your career be recognised for your contributions and benefit from our commitment to your wellbeing. Be part of something bigger where your work has real impact and your development matters. There are so many reasons to take your next step with us.

From student accommodation to cafés restaurants and hotels this is a 24/7 organisation that embraces the traditional and the modern in equal measure. From historical buildings to state of the art technical and research hubs our mission is to enrich student learning and growth as well as impact our local communities and our values drive everything we do.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head Chef to join our Food & Beverage team within the Accommodation Catering and Events (ACE) - Business Development / Hotels division. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the smooth operation of our distinctive hotel kitchen and a full-service restaurant & bar: If you have a passion for hospitality leadership and delivering exceptional guest experiences we would love to hear from you.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Leadership & team motivation Ability to inspire and support a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service skills A commitment to delivering high-quality guest experiences.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Ability to handle operational challenges effectively.
• Knowledge of Hotel Kitchen operations Expertise in food preparation food hygiene kitchen management and overall management of hotel kitchen operations including wine cocktails and spirits.
• Ability to work under pressure Capable of maintaining high standards during busy periods.
• Ensure that all Health & safety requirements are met whilst on shift to ensure a safe environment is provided and all our legal obligations met.
• Impeccable standards and an eye for detail.
• Flexibility and a positive can-do attitude.
• Continuously look to improve our standards; menu offering and deliver world-class hospitality.
• Be an ambassador for our brand and catering operation.

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How to apply:

Please include the following documents in your application:

- CV

- Cover letter

At ACE our mission is to enrich student learning and growth as well as impact our local communities. Our values drive everything we do:

Are you PASSIONATE about making a difference

Do you like to COLLABORATE and achieve things as a team

Is INCLUSION at the forefront of all you do

Do you thrive when given OWNERSHIP

Are you inspired by INNOVATION and excited to bring new ideas to life

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.

• An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.

• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.

• Comprehensive Staff Benefits including generous annual leave entitlement a defined benefits pension scheme a wide range of staff discounts family-friendly initiatives and flexible work options. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits pageand use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages.

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 29^th April 2026.

Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm (UK time). If you are applying from outside the UK the closing time shown on our adverts will automatically adjust to your browsers local time zone.

Interviews will be held 2 weeks from closing date.