Second Chef

Role overview

We are looking for a Second Chef to support the Head Chef in a busy kitchen environment in Aberdeen. This role suits someone who enjoys producing quality food, working at pace, and contributing to a team that focuses on consistently positive guest experiences.

The position involves early starts, beginning as early as 3:00 am, alongside a mix of shifts that keeps the working day varied. As part of the kitchen team, you will help uphold food quality and brand standards while working closely with an award-winning food team.

The employer is part of The Restaurant Group (TRG), which operates around 300 restaurants and pubs across the UK, including brands such as wagamama and Barburrito. With more than 40 years in hospitality, the business focuses on creating memorable guest experiences and supportive workplaces where people can develop and progress.

What you will do

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Help deliver consistently high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences.
• Maintain the company’s food standards and brand expectations.
• Work collaboratively with the wider food and kitchen team.
• Contribute to smooth service in a high-volume, fast-moving setting.

Benefits and rewards

• Tronc payments.
• Access to training, career development, and apprenticeship opportunities for all team members.
• A free meal whenever you are working.
• Up to 30% discount across all brands, with no cap on the number of guests, including wagamama.
• Duty-free discounts, excluding alcohol and cigarettes.
• Access to a discount platform for savings on everyday purchases and more.
• Wagestream access, allowing you to draw wages as you earn them.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have experience in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments and a strong understanding of ingredients, food preparation methods, and culinary techniques. You should also be comfortable using a range of kitchen equipment efficiently and effectively.

Knowledge of hospitality operations, along with an understanding of profit and loss, key performance indicators, health and safety rules, and licensing laws, is important for success in this role. Strong communication, leadership, organisation, and multitasking skills are also essential.

You must be willing to provide details covering the last five years of your work, education, or personal history, and you should be comfortable with a criminal record check.

Inclusion and support

The workplace is committed to an inclusive culture where people are respected for their different perspectives and backgrounds. The employer is also a Disability Confident employer and aims to give every candidate a fair opportunity to succeed. Reasonable adjustments can be discussed during the application and interview process.

Working pattern

This is an on-site full-time kitchen role in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom. Early morning shifts begin from 3:00 am, and the rota includes a variety of shifts.