Commis Chef at Heritage Portfolio

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/2701413/164153
  • Location: Colonnades at Signet Library, Parliament Square, Edinburgh
  • Job type: Part Time - 40-45 hours per week including weekends
  • Salary: £14.15 per hour + weekly share of gratuities
  • Closing date: 12 December 2026
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About the role

The Colonnades at The Signet Library are currently looking to add a Commis Chef to our talented team. We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual who will join our small yet strong team, providing friendly yet professional service in a beautiful Georgian setting.

Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town on the Royal Mile, Colonnades at the Signet Library is the perfect place for ‘Edinburgh’s finest afternoon tea’ and you will be a key player in delivering this outstanding service to our guests.

  • Salary: £14.15 per hour + weekly share of gratuities.
  • Shift lengths are typically during the day.
  • Casual hours across the week.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunity to get involved across the wider business during peak times.

What you'll do

  • Assisting the kitchen team with the daily preparation and mis-en-place for service
  • Helping both savoury and sweet sections with preparation of food
  • Assisting the kitchen team with unloading and putting away deliveries, emptying bins, and ensuring all equipment is clean and put away correctly.

What you'll bring

  • Experience in a busy kitchen environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Experience of working in a team
  • Hard working and reliable

Why Sodexo?

  • Salary: £14.15 per hour + weekly share of gratuities.
  • Shift typically day time, weekend availability essential.
  • Casual hours across the week.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunity to get involved across the wider business during peak times.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • 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.

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Colonnades at Signet Library, Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 1RF

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