Head Chef - Pan Asian Restaurant Edinburgh

Posted 28 April 2026
Salary Dependent on Experience
LocationEdinburgh & Lothians
Sector Restaurants
Reference941734
Expiry 27 May 2026

Job description

Head Chef – Pan‑Asian Kitchen
Edinburgh or Glasgow
£39,000 + c.£600/month tronc + bonus up to £6,000
Relocation support available (must have the right to work in the UK)

Off to Work are recruiting an experienced, hands‑on Head Chef to lead one of two high‑volume Pan‑Asian kitchens. You’ll be an approachable leader, passionate about fresh, vibrant food, supporting and developing a team of 6 chefs.

The food
Fresh, in‑house Vietnamese and Pan‑Asian dishes including:
  • Pho broths, rice noodles and fresh toppings
  • Handmade spring & summer rolls
  • Pork & lemongrass meatballs
  • Fresh salads, rich curries and wok‑fried noodles
The role
  • Lead, train and motivate a kitchen team
  • Maintain high food safety and H&S standards
  • Manage stock control, ordering and margins
  • Work confidently with kitchen systems (e.g. Acquire)
About you
  • Head Chef with minimum 2 years’ experience in role
  • Hands‑on, organised and calm under pressure
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and compliance
What’s on offer
  • Competitive salary + monthly tronc + annual bonus
  • Free meals on shift
  • 50% off food & drink (you + up to 5 friends)
  • 28 days paid holiday
  • Pension scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme & financial wellbeing tools
  • Structured training and career progression
  • Referral bonuses (£100–£1,000)
  • Fortnightly pay or Wagestream
Join a nationwide, fast‑growing brand known for fresh food, great service and strong kitchen culture.
  
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