We are excited to share we are seeking a skilled Chef to join our catering team at Marie Curie Hospice Edinburgh on a fixed term contract until August 2027 .  To work as an active and flexible member of the team to ensure the smooth running of the Catering Department.    What you will be doing:   In this rewarding role, you will prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for patients, staff, volunteers and visitors, while upholding excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation.  You will bring strong culinary expertise, the ability to design and deliver varied menus, and a commitment to excellent customer service. We are looking for someone who works well within a team, adapts easily to changing demands, and demonstrates a genuinely caring approach.  You will also assist the Head Chef in supervision of Catering Assistants, assist with staff rotas, help recruit junior team members, and manage supplier selection and ordering processes.  If you are passionate about creating great food and want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients, families and colleagues, we would be delighted to hear from you.  What we are looking for:   City & Guilds 706/1, 706/2, or Level 2 NVQ in Food Production and Cooking (or equivalent qualification)   Basic food hygiene certificate   Relevant catering experience   Experience supervising staff in the absence of head chef  High levels of Health and Safety awareness    Please see the full job description here: Chef