Chef

Equans is recruiting for a Chef to join our team in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, EH16 4SA. This is a full time, permanent role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is salary of £29,103.00 per annum and benefits package.

Shift Pattern: 

06:30 am and 20:00 pm working 2 weekends per month

This role includes a DS Basic check therefore ability to pass is essential

What will you deliver?

Reporting to the Head Chef/Senior Chef you produce and deliver food which is safe, hygienic, nutritious and of the highest possible quality for Staff and Visitors. The service will meet the requirements of food hygiene legislation, the Company’s Food Safety Policy, and the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) and national standards as dictated by the government’s national plan.

What we offer.

On offer is a competitive salary and benefit package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to X1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Essential

• Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification.
• Food Standards Agency allergen training.
• Strong catering experience.
• At least two years’ leadership experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to getting the job done.
• Commitment to high professional and ethical standards.

Desirable

• Experience working in a diverse environment.
• Ability to consider different perspectives and discuss important issues constructively.
• Confidence using facts and evidence to explain and support decisions.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. 
Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.

Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals. 

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence – empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success. 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey.
 
We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview.  To find out more about this scheme please click here.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.