Junior Sous Chef

August 1, 2026
£32000 - £32000
Urgent

Job Description

Junior Sous Chef

Location: The Mallard Hotel, Edinburgh
Salary: Circa £14.00 per hour
Hours: 48 hours per week (annualised contract)

Flexible Workforce Solutions are proud to be partnering with The Mallard Hotel in Edinburgh to recruit a talented and driven Junior Sous Chef.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable hotel kitchen where standards, consistency, and team culture are key, offering stability through an annualised hours contract.

The Role
As Junior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining high standards, leading sections during service, and developing junior team members.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting the senior kitchen team with daily kitchen operations
Assisting in delivering consistently high-quality dishes
Leading sections confidently during busy service periods
Training and mentoring junior chefs
Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
Assisting with stock control and reducing waste

What We’re Looking For
Previous experience as a strong Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef
A passion for quality food and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hotel environment
Strong leadership and communication skills
A positive, hands-on approach and team-focused mindset

What’s on Offer
Competitive pay circa £14.00 per hour
Stable income with a 48-hour annualised contract
Opportunity to grow within a professional hotel kitchen
Supportive and structured working environment

If you’re looking to take the next step in your culinary career within a respected Edinburgh hotel, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now through Flexible Workforce Solutions to learn more.

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