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Be the Creative Force Behind Edinburghs Most Exciting Kitchen.
AtSix by Nico, we dont just serve foodwe tell stories. Every six weeks, a brand-new tasting menu transports our guests on a culinary journey. With locations thriving across the UK and Ireland, our Edinburgh restaurant is now calling for anexceptional Head Chefto lead the charge in redefining the citys dining scene.
Were not just offering a jobwere offering thestage of your career.
Whats the Role?AsHead Chef at Six by Nico Edinburgh, you will be the heartbeat of our kitchen, overseeing the creation and execution of bold, innovative menus that change every six weeks. This is your chance to lead a high-energy brigade in afast-paced, creative, high-performanceenvironment.
Youll be hands-on, inspiring your team through action. Youll balance artistry with organisation, energy with excellence, and leadership with love for what you do.
This is not your average kitchenand were not looking for an average chef.
What Youll Bring to the Table:Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous ready to step up
An instinct for flavour, precision in execution, and a flair for presentation
An obsession with teamwork, standards, and service
Strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques and food safety practices
Cool under pressure, a multitasker, and a motivator
Passionate about food, people, and the hospitality craft
We believe our people are the key ingredient to our success. Heres what we offer:
Creative Freedom during our Trust Menu's Lead a kitchen that reinvents itself every 6 weeks. No two menus, no two months, are ever the same.
Time Off Where It MattersChristmas Day & Boxing Day guaranteed off always.
Career Progression We promote from within and offer clear development pathways.
Travel Opportunities Experience our restaurants across the UK & Ireland.
Your Voice Matters Use our Your Say platform to share ideas and feedback.
Culture of Inclusion Be part of a team where diversity, respect, and equality aren't just buzzwords.
Financial Flexibility With Wagestream, access your earnings as you make them.
Support Thats Real Access mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assist Programme.
Cycle to Work Scheme Save money and stay healthy on your commute.
Hospitality Rewards Exclusive perks after probation period.
