Signature Group opening two bars and restaurants under one roof
Edinburgh-based hospitality specialist, Signature Group, has announced plans to create over 90 jobs in Edinburgh with the launch of two new bars and restaurants in early 2027.
The new venues will be located in the same building, a historic site on Forrest Road, which started life in the late 1800s, as a purpose-built meeting hall for the independent Order of Oddfellows, a mutual-aid society.
The new Ember & Fellows restaurants and bars will offer two different hospitality experiences. Ember will be a traditional, Scottish high-end pub with the menu built around seasonal produce and ‘charcoal cooking’ while Fellows will be a sports bar and entertainment space.
Nic Wood, director at Signature Group, said: “Next year is set to be a really exciting year for Signature as we gear up to launch our first two major new bars and restaurants in the capital for over six years, creating over 90 hospitality jobs.
“We didn’t intend to take such a long break, but recent government policies have made expansion increasingly challenging.
“When this opportunity came along, though, we knew we could put our own signature on the building with fresh concepts, a new design and something Scotland hasn’t seen before. That’s always been our usp. We like to do things a little differently and give guests something they won’t find anywhere else.
“Forrest Road offers the perfect location to open Ember & Fellows – right in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Guests can expect two separate hospitality venues, each with their own distinct personality, all under one roof, day and night.”
He added: “We’re committed to continuous investment and development across all our venues to enhance the customer experience and create a truly unforgettable visit every time.”
Signature Group is now recruiting for a range of hospitality roles at the new Ember & Fellows venue. Applications and CVs can be emailed to recruitment@signaturepubs.co.uk.
Pictured: Nic Wood, director at Signature Group
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