Chef de Partie

Rockfish Brixham Restaurant - Vacancies; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly tips

Dining discount

Paddle boards access

Referral bonuses

Counselling & wellbeing support

Holiday entitlement

Sabbatical after 10 years

Job summary

Rockfish is growing and we're looking for passionate Chef de Partie to join our team and cook with the freshest, sustainable seafood landed daily from Brixham Fish Market.

You will take responsibility for your section, ensuring consistency and excellence while mentoring junior chefs in a fast-paced, well-organised kitchen. Join a team that values growth and teamwork, with clear progression and competitive tips.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Passion for sustainable seafood and high-quality dishes.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality seafood dishes for service.
• Manage your section to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Train and mentor junior chefs to maintain standards.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, well-organised kitchen.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver outstanding service.

Skills

Seafood cooking

Leadership

Mentoring

Time management

Job description

Chef de Partie Opportunity at Rockfish

Up to £16 per hour OTE including generous tips and gratuities, depending on experience

Rockfish is growing and we're looking for passionate Chef de Partie to join our team and cook with the freshest, sustainable seafood landed daily from Brixham Fish Market.

Why Rockfish?

Rockfish, led by Mitch Tonks, founder and CEO of the unique seafood business that catches, processes and serves local seafood at 10 locations in the Southwest. With a 25-year career in seafood as a chef, restauranteur and fishmonger Mitch is one of the leading, credible voices in seafood in the UK.

We're aTop 50 Best Company to Work For in the UK, servingMSC-certified sustainable seafoodlanded fresh daily from Brixham Fish Market. If you're a talented chef with a passion forleadership, sustainability, and career progression, this is an incredible opportunity to grow with us.

• Your Role as Chef de Partie,Work withthe best seafood, preparing high-quality dishes
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuringconsistency & excellence
• Support and trainjunior chefs, setting the standard for quality
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, well-organisedkitchen
• Collaborate with the team todeliver outstanding service

Career Progression

At Rockfish, weinvent in our chefsand love to promote from within! Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or take the next step, we offer:

• Structured developmentfrom Commis Chef → Chef de Partie → Junior Sous → Sous Chef → Head Chef
• One-on-one coaching & mentorshipfrom experienced chefs
• Professional trainingin seafood, wine, and food safety
• Opportunities to open other restaurantsand new onesas we grow

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Pay+Weekly Tipsvia Tip Jar
• Perks & Benefits:
• 50% offdining at all Rockfish locations
• Access to Rockfish paddleboardson breaks!
• Referral bonuses& fun competitions with prizes
• Health & Wellbeing:
• 24/7 support (counselling, financial, legal)
• Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day OFF!
• 28 days holiday (pro-rata) + yourbirthday off
• 4-week paid sabbaticalafter 10 years

Join a Team That Supports Your Growth!

If you're a passionateChef de Partielooking for a role with real career potential,,start your journey with Rockfish!