Chef

The Cornish Arms; Padstow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plus tips

Free staff meals

Discounts across Rick Stein venues

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Rick Stein Cornish Arms in Padstow is recruiting chefs of all levels, including Pizza Chefs, for temporary and permanent roles with flexible hours. Enjoy great ingredients, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow your career.

You will prepare high-quality pub dishes and pizzas, work with seasonal produce, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a positive kitchen culture. Competitive pay plus tips, staff meals, and development opportunities accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen.
• Pizza-making experience welcomed for Pizza Chef roles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality pub dishes and pizzas.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver consistent food quality.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Support kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Mentor junior team members where applicable.

Skills

Pizza making

Pub cooking

Teamwork

Job description

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.
Great Salary, plus Tips

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we believe great pub food starts with great ingredients, skilled chefs, and kitchens that work together to deliver every service with care and consistency. At Rick Stein Cornish Arms, we're looking for chefs of all levels – including Pizza Chefs – to join our talented kitchen teams. We have both temporary and permanent positions available, with flexible contracted hours.

Whether you're beginning your chef career, perfecting your craft, or bringing years of experience, we'd love to hear from you. If you're passionate about quality food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and enjoy working as part of a supportive team, there's a place for you with us.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and cooking high-quality pub dishes and handcrafted pizzas using fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food consistently
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
• Supporting smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
• Working across different sections of the kitchen, depending on your experience and role
• Preparing, stretching and cooking pizzas to a consistently high standard where required
• Contributing ideas, sharing knowledge, and continually developing your skills
• Depending on your experience, supporting and mentoring junior team members

What we're looking for

• A genuine passion for great food and hospitality
• Experience in a professional kitchen appropriate to your level
• Pizza-making experience is welcomed for Pizza Chef roles, but we're equally keen to hear from chefs with broader kitchen experience
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing consistently great food
• A reliable, hardworking team player with excellent communication skills
• A willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive kitchen culture

What you'll get

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression across our pubs and restaurants
• The opportunity to work with fresh, quality ingredients in busy, welcoming kitchens
• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel and more

Whether you're a Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Head Chef, Pizza Chef or an experienced kitchen leader, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop and build your career with Rick Stein Restaurants.

If you're ready to be part of a team that values quality food, genuine hospitality and working together, we'd love to hear from you.