Job Description

Job Overview

Maison Bleue is now recruiting for a highly productive Senior Sous Chef to lead our team at our Victoria Street restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Maison Bleue has been serving an eclectic mix of French, Scottish and North African food for over 26 years. It is essential to have some experience in cooking traditional French and Mediterranean dishes and to have a real passion for food.

As Senior Sous Chef you will be in charge of all aspects of kitchen management and head up the team in the absence of the Head Chef. You will be in charge of rotas, and kitchen maintenance issues and ensuring all junior chefs are performing at a profitable level and that the kitchen is productive, cost effective and producing the highest quality of food.

Cleanliness and EHO compliance is absolutely paramount. Applicants must have a good understanding of the measures to be put in place.

Applicants must have a professional approach to their work, be highly enthusiastic and have the willingness to succeed and take the restaurant to the best of its capabilities. It is paramount that they are willing to work closely alongside the proprietor to establish a successful formula.

We are offering an attractive package for the right candidate, and only applicants of the highest calibre will be contacted, so please only apply if you have the aforementioned credentials. We look forward to hearing from you!

Duties

Assist the Head Chef in planning and directing food preparation activities. Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow. Oversee food preparation processes, ensuring adherence to recipes and presentation standards. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, adhering to food safety regulations. Help manage inventory, including ordering supplies and minimising waste. Train new kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety protocols, and operational procedures. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and improve existing offerings. Ensure high-quality dishes are served promptly during service hours.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role within a restaurant or hospitality setting. Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary practices. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in supervising and managing a team. Familiarity with food safety standards and regulations. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes. Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members.
If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level as a Sous Chef, we invite you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,500.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus Tips
Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Night shift Weekend availability
Experience:

Cooking: 3 years (preferred) Chef: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025
Reference ID: JRSOUCHEF25