Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seafood inn in Orkney is seeking a Sous Chef to join their family-like team. This role offers complete flexibility, a competitive salary, and various perks including accommodation and bonuses. Ideal for those passionate about fresh seafood and culinary creativity.

Benefits

Complete flexibility on working schedule

Bespoke 2-bed cottage for accommodation

Cash bonus upon completion of the summer season

Free friends & family packages

Monthly paid hours worked over the contract

On-site laundry facilities

Responsibilities

• Run the kitchen on chefs' days off.
• Contribute ideas to the menu.

Job description

Job Role: Sous Chef

Location: Orkney

Salary / Rate of pay: £35,000

Platinum Recruitment is partnering with a popular seafood inn on Orkney to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join their team.

What’s in it for you?

Seeking a quality employer, renowned as the best seafood dining destination on the island? Enjoy a family-like atmosphere and the following perks:

• Complete flexibility on working schedule, including taking all of November, January & February off
• Monthly paid hours worked over the contract
• Free friends & family packages
• On-site laundry facilities
• Bespoke 2-bed cottage for accommodation
• Cash bonus upon completion of the summer season

Package

• £16 per hour plus overtime
• Tips shared and paid monthly, approximately £1.60 per hour

Why choose our client?

It’s a seafood restaurant that is considered the best on the islands! Originally intended as a traditional pub, the focus shifted to seriously fresh seafood, with fishing boats and licenses operating year-round, ensuring the freshest fish.

What’s involved?

This role is akin to a number 2 in the kitchen, where you will run the kitchen on chefs' days off, with support from the owners who operate like a family. There is flexibility to contribute ideas to the menu, and the entire package is negotiable.

Interested?

If this sounds like the right role for you, we would love to hear from you! Click 'Apply Now' and a team member will contact you to discuss this Sous Chef position in Orkney.

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Contact details

Consultant: Jo Beck

Job Number: 932567 / INDSCOTLAND

Job Role: Sous Chef

Location: Orkney

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