Job Description

Reports to:

Head Chef

Hours

: 30 hours minimum per week

Rate of Pay

: 13.90 per hour

Why Join Us

Dynamic Earth is a national educational charity with a mission of empowering everyone with understanding and empathy for the Earth. We deliver this mission through our exhibition, planetarium and through our learning and engagement programmes in Edinburgh and nationally across Scotland.

Located on the edge of Holyrood Park with spectacular views of Salisbury Crags Dynamic Earth is also one of Edinburgh's largest unique venues for corporate & hospitality events.

Our staff are pivotal to what makes us a highly rated science centre and world-class events venue. We offer a truly unique and dynamic working environment; creating a passionate, caring and inclusive place to work, learn and play.

Dynamic Earth is driven by a positive belief that everyone has the potential to be the problem-solvers of the future. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.

We actively seek to recruit enthusiastic, motivated, and highly customer focused staff that share our passion for our core charitable mission to empower people with understanding and empathy for the Earth. If you feel you have these personal attributes along with the right mix of skills and experience, you may be our next team member.

Role purpose

To prepare, cook and serve food to a high professional standard as directed by the Head Chef and Sous Chef, including studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes.

Duties and responsibilities

To run the section (sauce, larder or vegetable preparation) on a day to day basis for both the day and corporate business. To be able to accommodate menu changes instructed by the Head Chef or Sous Chef. To be able to run any other section of the kitchen with reference to the Company's day and corporate menus. Working the cook chill banqueting system efficiently and effectively, following the correct procedures and guidelines laid down. Ensuring proper usage of materials to avoid wastage. Adhering to strict portion controls. Maintaining safe methods of work and high standards of cleanliness in kitchen areas at all times. Assisting as necessary with the serving of hot food in the restaurant or corporate events. Assisting with food service operations at functions Ensuring that food safety, food hygiene and health and safety procedures are followed. Due to the nature of the business, you may be required to work either day or evening hours including weekends. Any other associated duties, which may be necessary from time to time to ensure, smooth running of the department.

Skills and Attributes

Minimum 2 years chef experience with a proven track record, a suitable food hygiene certificate is essential, as is the ability to work in a busy and time sensitive environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (which includes 9 bank holidays) Complimentary entry to Dynamic Earth for family and friends Free staff car-parking 25% Discount in the Dynamic Earth Gift Shop Subsidised meals from the Dynamic Earth Cafe Staff Canteen with complimentary tea and coffee Free entry to ASVA member visitor attractions (subject to conditions) Limited Gym Membership at Marriott Holyrood Hotel (subject to conditions) Employee Values Awards Matched company pension contribution of 5% Confidential advice-line through our Employee Assistance Programme
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 13.90 per hour

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Gym membership On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person