Sous Chef (senior)

Company: The Edinburgh Grand
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Bedrooms: 50 luxury rooms and suites
Food Type: Gastro style menu with international influences
Accommodation: None available
Start Date: August 2026
OUR HOTEL
Located within The Edinburgh Grand, Lady Libertine is a stylish, two-level cocktail bar and restaurant with a bold personality. The concept includes a relaxed café and wine bar at street level, and a vibrant, design-led cocktail bar in the basement featuring a mezzanine and a private “Vault” function room. The venue offers all-day dining, seasonally inspired sharing plates, and an energetic drinks and entertainment programme, with live DJs and events on weekends.
OUR BENEFITS
You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people
  • Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
  • An additional days leave for your birthday
  • Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave
  • Course Sponsorship
  • 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
  • Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Wagestream – choose how and when you get paid
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Social and wellness events and activities all year round
  • Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year
And much much more!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SENIOR SOUS CHEF AT OUR HOTEL
What you’ll be doing…
  • Step up as the right-hand to the Head Chef, bringing creativity, precision, and passion to every dish that leaves the kitchen.
  • Take charge of daily kitchen operations, ensuring prep, cooking, and service run smoothly and efficiently.
  • Lead and inspire the kitchen team, sharing your culinary expertise, mentoring junior chefs, and creating a collaborative, upbeat environment.
  • Play a key role in menu development, experimenting with new flavours and seasonal ingredients to keep the offerings fresh and exciting.
  • Monitor inventory, oversee ordering, and manage stock levels, making sure the kitchen is always prepared for a flawless service.
  • Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency, ensuring every dish meets our top-notch expectations.
  • Uphold rigorous hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards, creating a safe and organised workspace for the whole team.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
  • A skilled chef with experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a passion for great food.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop the team while maintaining high standards.
  • Creativity and a love for experimenting with new flavours, contributing fresh ideas to the menu.
  • Excellent organisational abilities, from managing inventory to keeping the kitchen workflow smooth.
  • A sharp eye for detail, ensuring presentation and quality are consistently top-tier.
  • A team player with a positive attitude, ready to jump in wherever needed to support the kitchen.
  • High energy and adaptability, thriving in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.