Chef De Partie

Rockfish Sidmouth; West Down; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off dining at Rockfish locations

Paddleboards on breaks

Referral bonuses & prizes

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Rockfish Sidmouth is seeking a Chef de Partie to cook fresh seafood in a fast-paced kitchen. You will lead your section, maintain high standards, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality and service.

Join a growing brand with opportunities for progression and a strong culture around sustainable seafood and employee growth.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking seafood in a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to lead a section and train junior chefs.
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality seafood dishes as Chef de Partie.
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring consistency and excellence.
• Train junior chefs and set quality standards.

Skills

Seafood cooking

Leadership

Teamwork

High-volume kitchen

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 a Top 50 Best Company to Work For in the UK,
serving MSC-certified sustainable seafood landed fresh daily from
Brixham Fish Market. If you're a talented chef with a passion
for leadership, sustainability, and career progression, this is an
incredible opportunity to grow with us.

• Your Role as Chef de Partie, Work with the best seafood, preparing high-quality dishes
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring consistency & excellence
• Support and train junior chefs, setting the standard for quality
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, well‑organised kitchen
• Collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding service

Career Progression

At Rockfish, we invest in our chefs and love to promote from within! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or take the next step, we offer:

• Structured development from Commis Chef → Chef de Partie → Junior Sous → Sous Chef → Head Chef
• One‑on‑one coaching & mentorship from experienced chefs
• Professional training in seafood, wine, and food safety
• Opportunities to open other restaurants and new ones as we grow

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive Pay + Weekly Tips via Tip Jar
• Perks & Benefits:
• 50% off dining at all Rockfish locations
• Access to Rockfish paddleboards on 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) + your birthday off
• 4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years

Join a Team That Supports Your Growth!