Job Ref: AM15258

Branch: The Caledonian Edinburgh

Location: The Caledonian, Edinburgh

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary + Exclusive Benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40 Hours Per Week

Posted date: 23/03/2026

Closing date: 25/04/2026

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, our culinary vision blends heritage, innovation and the finest Scottish produce. We are seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen brigade, shaping exceptional dining experiences and delivering world-class cuisine with precision, creativity and leadership.

The Person:

• An accomplished culinary leader with extensive kitchen management experience
• Strategic and commercially aware, with strong menu engineering and cost-control expertise
• A motivating mentor who inspires high performance, learning and continuous improvement
• Confident in driving food innovation, quality consistency and operational excellence
• Highly knowledgeable in HACCP, health & safety, compliance and kitchen systems.

The Role:.

• Lead the culinary team to deliver exceptional, safe, high-quality dishes across all outlets
• Oversee menu development, seasonal offerings and culinary proposition design
• Drive food quality, consistency, specification compliance and guest satisfaction
• Manage financial performance, including food cost, purchasing, yield and waste
• Champion change initiatives, team development, compliance and kitchen standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver annual resourcing, training and quality plans
• Lead menu planning, seasonal updates and product innovation
• Ensure all dishes meet full specification, costings and brand presentation standards
• Maintain safe, compliant operations, including HACCP, cleaning schedules and equipment records
• Develop team capability through coaching, succession planning and continuous feedback

The Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Tronc
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• 50% off our Food & Beverage Venues – The Court & Caley Bar
• Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
• Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, offering discounted room nights at all Hilton branded properties worldwide, starting at £45 per night
• Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
• Fully funded apprenticeships – T&Cs apply
• 28 Days of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
• Pension enrolment
• We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality!

Why Join Us

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. With Klarent Hospitality, your career is supported by investment in people, diversity and long-term growth.

Begin your journey with one of Edinburgh’s most iconic hotels.

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