Chef
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2533319/158646
- Location: Scottish National Portrait Gallery
- Job type: Part Time - Casual
- Salary: £15.00 per hour
- Closing date: 16 July 2026
About the role
We’re looking for a passionate and creative Chef to take the reins at our vibrant Café Portrait service counter and adjoining table-service space, The Nook.
This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and takes pride in delivering fresh, high-quality food with flair.
About the Role
You will work along with the lead chef across two connected concepts:
- Busy city centre café/restaurant served from a scratch kitchen - home-made soups, filled rolls, daily mains, and vibrant salads
- The Nook, our relaxed table-service space offering a carefully crafted lunch menu
What We Offer
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- Creative freedom to shape menus and specials
- Daytime-focused hours (ideal for work-life balance)
What you'll do
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and oversee the production of soups, artisan filled rolls, hearty mains, and vibrant salads
- Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and taste in every dish
- Manage kitchen operations, stock control, food waste, and food safety standards
- Work closely with a lead chef and front-of-house staff and particularly the café manager to create a seamless customer experience
What you'll bring
- What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a chef in a café, bistro, or similar environment
- Strong skills in fresh food preparation and menu development
- A passion for simple, high-quality ingredients and creative presentation
- Excellent organisational abilities
- A hands-on approach and a positive, team-focused attitude
Why Sodexo?
- Cafe Portrait Chef
- Casual hours/part-time
- £15 per hour
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
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Pension Plan
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Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
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Discounts and savings
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Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, United Kingdom, EH2 1JD
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