The University of Edinburgh
Chef de Partie
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Chef de Partie
Chef de Partie – The University of Edinburgh Catering Department
About the Role
Grade: UE03 Salary: £24,729 – £25,804 per annum (plus 15% Premium Band for flexible working) Contract Type: Full-time (35 hours per week, over 5 working days including weekends) Location: [John McIntyre Conference Centre (JMCC), Pollok Halls] Employment Type: Open-ended (permanent)
Be part of something bigger. At Accommodation, Catering and Events (ACE), we’re driven by a mission to **"enrich student learning and growth" and make a meaningful impact on local communities. This is a dynamic organisation—from historic halls to cutting-edge research venues—where traditional excellence meets modern innovation.
The John McIntyre Conference Centre (JMCC) stands as our largest catering unit: a 650-seater buffet restaurant serving 28,000+ meals weekly during the student year, plus year-round non-student catering for commercial guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, adaptive culinary leadership (in a sizeable kitchen environment) during busy and peak periods of operation.
- Manage and contribute to the daily running of the JMCC kitchen, ensuring operational excellence across buffet and commercial menus.
- Spearhead preparation, cooking and finishing to uphold the high standards of service expected by students, staff, and contract guests.
- Collaborate closely with senior staff to decision and execute on menu design, ingredient sourcing and compliance with']);
- Myanmar culinary standards, waste reduction initiatives, and sustainability goals.
- Uphold food hygiene and safety protocols, conducting a key role in maintaining ...-acing inspection standards.
- Act with initiative in supporting breus exceeded efficiencies and customer satisfaction metrics.
- Cultivate a customer-focused and proactive approach to table-side service—both in sector deployments and for our guests.
- Represent the team positively to internal departments, external visitors, and community clients.
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Key Skills & Qualifications
We’re looking for an experienced professional with:
- Extensive kitchen knowledge, including Chef de Partie or similar station authority experience.
- Some familiarity with managing high-volume or multi-station kitchen operations.
- Demonstrated excellence—praise for adaptability or operational reliability when under pressure.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively across chefs, team members, and staff.
- Commitment to a collaborative approach—your role will necessitate working closely with section heads, managers, and internal teams.
- A passion for or enthusiasm to stay flexible and work across a breadth of shifts, aligned with a large hall’s exact demands.
(Note: Industry-related experience such as hospitality catering will be valued.)
Requirements
- Proven culinary expertise, typically denoted via formal qualifications (apprenticeship, diploma, or equivalent) or a year(s) of relevant experience.
- Ability to work autonomously, alongside a team with diverse shifts, which includes weekends.
- Fulfillment of right-to-work responsibilities (see “Key Dates” below).
About Our Values
Are you inspired to? ✓ Make a difference alongside colleagues who share your passion. ✓ Collaborate on clear goals and celebrate shared victories. ✓ Champion inclusion daily, in how you engage with others. ✓ Take ownership with bold initiative and innovation. ✓ Build enduring teams via open communication and adaptability.
We specialise in bringing out the best in people, where your work has meaningful impact, and we recognise your remarkable contributions.
For our valued Cooking team members, we provide: ✔ A competitive, tier-based salary supplemented by a 15% Premium Band for flexible work. ✔ Generous annual leave + hybrid or flexible work options where possible. ✔ Dedicated career growth with opportunities for advancement and skill development. ✔ Access to healthcare and financial wellness support, plenty of additional benefits, and a commitment to inclusion.
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About ACE and the University
ACE handdy with 17 modern sites, servicing over 10,000+ students, students, staff, and commercial guests every year through a network that spans residential catered accommodation, cafés, conferences, venues, and events. Working in partnership with our University, we contribute to ongoing enhancements for student life and local communities.
About The University of Edinburgh
Recognised as a leading global research institution, we’re dedicated to tackling the defining challenges of our time. Our guiding values—(upon teaching, research and innovation) filter through every aspect of the organisation, ensuring a working environment that thrives on diverse perspectives and ancient to modern learnings.
Championing Equity & Inclusion
We are proud recipients of: 🏆 Silver Athena SWAN award (commitment to gender equality in academia). 🌈 Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions (LGBTQ+ inclusion). 👥 Race Equality Charter (racial fairness across our campus).
Key Dates
- Closing date: [10 July 2026]
- Apply before: 11:59 P.M. (UK time)—adjusts to your local timezone if applied globally.
- Offered ptember on condition of Right-to-Work validation.
“✅ Your skills matter—be [part of the team that’s addressing [headwinds], every step of the way. Submit your CV + cover letter to unlock this opportunity.” [(Included here, with British English spelling consistent and follows values-reinforced sources at the close.)]*
For full technical details of staff packages—check our benefits portal for tailored support: www.ed.ac.uk/working-here/benefits.
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