Coastal Seafood Sous Chef - Lead a 15-Chef Kitchen

Chefs for Chefs LTD; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£35,000–£37,000 basic salary

£5,000 annual tronc (on-target package

First year loyalty bonus: £2,000

Holiday and birthday days off

28 days paid holiday + sabbatical

Overtime paid

Free ferry pass

Chef whites provided

50% off food for you and friends

Job summary

Chefs for Chefs LTD is seeking a Sous Chef for an award-winning coastal seafood restaurant in Dartmouth, Devon. The role is full-time and located in our coastal kitchen within a respected group of 12 restaurants. You will lead up to 15 chefs, assist the Head Chef, and help maintain high seafood standards.

The group is MSC certified, with fresh fish landed daily at Brixham market and delivered to the kitchen, offering progression to Head Chef within the group.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or similar role.
• Passion for fresh seafood and quality ingredients.
• Calm leadership in a busy service.
• Availability across Monday to Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Cook high-quality seafood dishes and ensure plate standards.
• Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team.
• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock, costs and waste.
• Collaborate with front of house to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Seafood specialist

Leadership

Flexible shifts

Job description

Chefs for Chefs LTD is seeking a Sous Chef for an award-winning coastal seafood restaurant in Dartmouth, Devon. The role is full-time and located in our coastal kitchen within a respected group of 12 restaurants. You will lead up to 15 chefs, assist the Head Chef, and help maintain high seafood standards.

The group is MSC certified, with fresh fish landed daily at Brixham market and delivered to the kitchen, offering progression to Head Chef within the group.