Are you a passionate Chef de Partie looking for a fast-paced role in one of Edinburgh’s most iconic restaurants? Join the Contini family at Contini George Street, serving authentic Italian delicious food.
The Highlights
- Great Pay: £13.50/hour + generous TRONC tips (typically adding £2–£4/hour).
- The Food: We cook from scratch using ingredients from our 70+ artisan suppliers, Italian suppliers, and our very own kitchen garden and Olive grove.
Your Role
As a confident and knowledgeable CDP, you’ll take charge of your section in a high-energy, professional kitchen. Working closely with our Head and Sous Chefs, you will:
- Prepare and plate beautiful, authentic dishes.
- Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene, cleanliness and stock rotation.
- Contribute to a positive, knowledgeable, and "happy" kitchen culture.
Who You Are
You’re a team player with a "can-do" attitude who thrives in a busy environment. You have a genuine love for fresh ingredients and the communication skills to keep a section running like clockwork.
Why Join the Contini Team?
We aren’t just a restaurant; we’re a family-run business that truly looks after our people.
The Perks:
- Fuel Up: Free delicious team meal when working over 6 hours and a complimentary tea/coffee on your break.
- Celebrate: Discounted meals for friends/family in line with our benefits policy
- Wellbeing: Access to Hospitality Action’s EAP, a Health & Wellbeing Coach, and Mental Health First Aiders.
- Growth: Supplier visits, scholarship opportunities, and the Contini Academy.
- Future-Proofing: Length-of-service benefits including interest-free home loans and enhanced pension contributions.
- Social: Company-funded social events and an active Employee Forum.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Chef de Partie: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
