Register your interest in Culinary Opportunities at Heritage Portfolio
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/2701413/163379
- Location: North Fort Street
- Job type: Part Time - Casual
- Salary: Hourly rates ranging from £13 to £17 per hour, depending on role and experience level
- Closing date: 20 November 2026
About the role
Register your interest to join our back of house and kitchen teams at Heritage Portfolio!
We deliver outstanding catering in partnership with venues of distinction, operating event services ranging from large scale corporate, private parties and exclusive weddings in and around Edinburgh. With an emphasis on fresh, sustainable, 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.
We are continually recruiting for a variety of roles including -
- Kitchen Porters
- Kitchen Assistants
- Logistic Drivers
- Bakers & Patisserie
- Chef de Partie
- Commis Chefs
- Lead Chefs
Joining our central production kitchen team will give you the unique opportunity to work across all site within the business. Heritage Portfolio currently run some of Edinburgh's premier cultural destinations including Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Signet Library, Mansfield Traquair and Musselburgh Racecourse. We have also previously run the Royal Garden Party, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the Genesis Scottish Open.
What you'll bring
- Excellent communication Skills.
- Passion and creativity.
- Great attention to detail and punctuality.
- 18+ due to the licensing restrictions.
- Previous experience in a back of house or kitchen environment.
- Food Safety Level 2 qualification minimum (if applying for a kitchen role).
Why Sodexo?
- Register your interest for a variety of roles from kitchen porters, to bakers, to lead chefs.
- £13-£17 per hour, depending on role and experience level.
- Casual hours, with shifts across the week, day and evening shifts.
- Great training and development opportunities.
- Join a fun and creative team working across some of Edinburgh's premier cultural destinations.
- Opportunities to get involved in the wider business during peak and busy times.
KEY BENEFITS
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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.
North Fort Street, United Kingdom, EH6 4HJ
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