Job Ref: VIR1831
Branch: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Location: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary + Tronc + Great Virgin Perks and Benefits!
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 13/08/2026
Closing date: 13/09/2026
Your mission:
As a Demi Chef de Partie, you'll be an important part of the kitchen team at Commons Club, our vibrant Scottish brasserie that celebrates the very best of Scotland's seasonal produce. Working alongside talented chefs, you'll help deliver exceptional food and memorable dining experiences while developing your skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, thrives as part of a team, and is eager to learn and grow. You'll bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
The Details:
What exactly you will be doing…
- Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen and your designated section.
- Preparing ingredients and assisting with food production in line with recipes and quality standards.
- Working closely with senior chefs to deliver outstanding food during service.
- Keeping your section fully stocked, organised, and service-ready at all times.
- Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, food safety, and organisation throughout the kitchen.
- Ensuring all food is stored, labelled, and handled in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Building your culinary skills through ongoing training, coaching, and hands-on learning.
- Collaborating with colleagues across the kitchen and wider hotel team to create a seamless guest experience.
- Identifying and reporting any maintenance, equipment, or health and safety concerns promptly.
- Supporting the team during busy services, special events, and peak trading periods.
- Taking initiative, anticipating operational needs, and contributing positively to the success of the team.
- Maintaining professional presentation standards and adhering to all hotel policies and procedures.
The Restaurant:
At Commons Club, our contemporary Scottish brasserie brings together classic flavours, quality local ingredients, and innovative cooking techniques. Join our talented kitchen team and play a key role in delivering memorable dining experiences in the heart of Edinburgh.
Who we are:
We love what we do and what we do is important! We believe that everyone should leave feeling better – this means not just our guests and owners, but also our teammates. Everyone should go home feeling better because they learned something new or had fun working that day.
Why work with Virgin Hotels:
Because it is fun, of course! But we appreciate that fun isn’t always enough – what else is in it for you?
- A day off for your birthday
- Paid leave to volunteer to spend time with the causes closest to your heart, for every teammate
- Generous family friendly policies and allowances
- Teammate discount at Virgin Hotels and 20 other Virgin brands!
- Training and development including apprenticeships
- Teammate meals provided
- 4 x your salary life assurance policy
- Employee Assistance Program and Company sick pay
Background must-have:
- Preferred: 1-2 years’ experience in a full-service hospitality establishment
- Current right to work in the UK
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious chef who is passionate about great food, eager to develop their career, and ready to be part of a team that delivers exceptional hospitality every day.
We believe that our team should be reflective of the world. We welcome all, regardless of race, ethnicity, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, spiritual beliefs or any other component of identity. Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and welcomes teammates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an inclusive and Equal Opportunity Employer
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