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  • Chef
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    Chef
    6 hours ago
    £15.41–£16.31 hourly
    Full-time
    Edinburgh

    📍Ottolenghi is coming to Edinburgh! 📅New opening – September 2026 We're building our Back of House team for our brand-new Edinburgh restaurant, and we're looking for passionate, talented and hardworking people to join us for this exciting new opening. We have a variety of full-time positions available, including: • Chef de Partie, • Pastry Chef de Partie, • Commis Chef, • Pastry Commis Chef, • Kitchen Porter Manager, • Kitchen Porter What you'll be doing You'll be part of a passionate kitchen team creating the food Ottolenghi is known for. Depending on your role, you'll be preparing and cooking high-quality dishes, supporting your section, maintaining excellent kitchen standards, working closely with the wider kitchen team and helping to deliver a smooth and efficient service. You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of sections and develop your skills as part of a brand-new kitchen team. What we’re looking for • Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment, depending on the role., • A genuine passion for food, cooking and delivering high-quality dishes., • A positive, reliable and hardworking team player who enjoys working collaboratively., • Good organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to stay calm and focused during busy services., • A willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges., • Pride in maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness. Why join Ottolenghi? This is a chance to be part of something from the very beginning. Ottolenghi Edinburgh will be our first restaurant in Scotland, giving you the opportunity to join a brand-new team and help shape the kitchen and food offering from day one. What’s in it for you? • 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays, • Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount, • Health and well-being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts, • Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral, • Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses, • A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated, • Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service, • A special birthday treat to celebrate your day, • Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen, • A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

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  • Pizza Second Chef
    Pizza Second Chef
    1 day ago
    £13.76–£17.76 hourly
    Part-time
    Edinburgh

    What you'll get: • ·£13.76 – 17.76 per hour OTE (including service charge and delivery bonus - our data says you can earn between £1 to £4 per hour on top of your pay), • Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift, • Free Sourdough bread to cook at home, • 28 days holiday (pro rata), • A pension scheme to set you up for the future, • 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters., • Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings., • Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks., • Annual social events, incentives and competitions, • 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurants, • Up to £500 employee referral scheme (T&C apply), • Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy all over the UK About Us: At Franco Manca, we're passionate about making pizza the way it should be – simple, authentic, and absolutely delicious. Our famous slow-rising sourdough, fresh seasonal ingredients, and traditional cooking methods are at the heart of what we do. But what makes us truly special is our people. From our pizzerias to our kitchens, we're all about great food, good vibes, and creating a place where everyone feels welcome. If you love food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and want to grow your career with a brand that cares, we'd love to have you join the Franco family. What You'll Do: • As Pizza Second Chef, you'll be a vital part of our kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef and keeping the heart of our pizzeria beating strong., • You'll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver consistently amazing food, ensuring every pizza is a masterpiece., • Take responsibility for key areas of the kitchen, from food prep and quality control to maintaining hygiene and safety standards., • Help train and support junior members of the team, sharing your skills and passion for great food., • Keep calm under pressure and lead the team when the Head Chef isn't around., • Play a hands-on role, from stretching dough to creating pizzas that make our guests smile. What You'll Bring to the Role: • We're looking for someone with kitchen experience, a passion for food, and a positive, team-first attitude., • You'll have experience in a busy kitchen, with a strong understanding of food prep, hygiene, and service., • Be passionate about cooking and delivering high-quality food with every dish., • Be a great team player, supporting and motivating others to do their best., • Stay organized and focused, even during the busiest shifts., • Have a hunger to learn and grow, with the drive to take the next step in your kitchen career. If you have the skills & passion to become a Franco Manca Pizza Second Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza! Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and recruit based on skills, experience, and potential. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

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  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
    Assistant Restaurant Manager
    6 days ago
    £40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Edinburgh

    Job Ref: PER1503 Branch: Tattu Edinburgh Location: Tattu Edinburgh, Edinburgh Salary/Benefits: £40,000 OTE Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 45 Posted date: 09/08/2026 Closing date: 09/09/2026 What You'll Get Up To: • Show your experience and ability to manage large sections of guests during busy periods to deliver an impeccable level of service and attention to detail., • Inspire your team to deliver the owners vision, to bring a unique and immersive dining experience to our guests., • Show your passion for learning and developing new skills., • Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of food and beverage and understanding customers specific needs to deliver a unique experience., • Adapt your style to different situations and different customer requirements., • Inspire the team to deliver impeccable service with unwavering attention to detail to our guests., • Willingness to share your knowledge with junior members of the team so they are continually learning and developing. Why Permanently Unique? Health & Happiness • Monthly sessions for all the team to experience from massages, yoga, pottery painting and much more., • Cycle to work scheme, • Bespoke staff food menu designed by all our head chefs, • Mental health first aiders, • Access to management health care cash plan, • Access to EAP scheme Progression • Bespoke development journey's for all our team, • Development academies to support the progression and development of our team, • Chef Academies visiting our amazing suppliers across the UK Extras • 50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday up to a table of 4 at Tattu or Fenix restaurants, • After reaching your 2nd Anniversary and each subsequent anniversary you will be welcomed to dine at any Tattu or Fenix restaurant, • Recommend a friend scheme, • Wagestream - access a share of your earned wages whenever you need it, • Employee of the month award, • Monthly team building events, • Annual celebration Inspired by both the rich historic and contemporary qualities of the city, Tattu Edinburgh explores a new chapter of our story with a setting that blends traditional Chinese interior design, with reflective surfaces to introduce a modern aspect. The relationship between New Town and Old Town is in harmony with the part modern/part heritage building we now call home.

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  • Senior Pizza Chef
    Senior Pizza Chef
    1 day ago
    £13.26–£16.26 hourly
    Part-time
    Edinburgh

    What you'll get: • ·£13.26 – 16.26 per hour OTE (including service charge - our data says you can earn between £1.5 to £3 per hour on top of your pay), • Free yummy pizzas and soft drinks on every shift, • Free Sourdough bread to cook at home, • 28 days holiday (pro rata), • A pension scheme to set you up for the future, • 24/7 virtual GP access and confidential counselling sessions and advice on wellbeing, money, legal and personal matters., • Cashback, online discounts and discounted shopping vouchers to help with everyday savings., • Gym and fitness discounts, cinema tickets, family days out and exclusive hospitality perks., • Annual social events, incentives and competitions, • 50% staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca restaurants, • Up to £500 employee referral scheme (T&C apply), • Ongoing personal growth and development with our Franco Academy all over the UK About Us At Franco Manca, we don't just make pizza – we make moments. From our slow-rising sourdough and fresh, seasonal ingredients to our wood-fired ovens, we bring the best of traditional Italian pizza-making to every pizzeria. But the secret ingredient? Our people. We're passionate, hard-working, and always up for a laugh, creating an environment where great food and good vibes go hand in hand. If you're ready to take your pizza-making skills to the next level and lead by example, we'd love to welcome you to the Franco family. What You'll Do: • As a Senior Pizza Chef, you'll be a leader in the kitchen, helping to craft every pizza with care while supporting your team to deliver the best service possible., • You'll lead by example, preparing and cooking our famous sourdough pizzas to perfection., • Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene., • Mentor and train junior members of the team, sharing your knowledge and expertise., • Be hands-on with dough preparation, topping pizzas with the freshest ingredients, and firing them in our wood ovens., • Keep a cool head during busy shifts, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently., • Take responsibility for stock management and food prep, ensuring everything is ready for service. What You'll Bring: • We're looking for someone with experience, passion, and leadership qualities to help take our kitchen to the next level., • You'll have experience as a Pizza chef or in a professional kitchen environment., • Be confident in handling fresh dough and working with a wood-fired oven., • Have strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and support your team., • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, keeping calm and focused under pressure., • Be passionate about food and committed to delivering the best pizza every time., • Have a positive attitude, a team-first mentality, and the ambition to grow your career. If you have the skills & passion to become a Franco Manca Senior Pizza Chef, then click apply and jump on board with the pioneers of Sourdough Pizza! Franco Manca is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We welcome applications from everyone and recruit based on skills, experience, and potential. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

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