Junior Sous Chef

Rockfish Exmouth; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Rockfish as a Junior Sous Chef and work in a leading restaurant known for exceptional seafood dining and sustainability. Enjoy a competitive salary, paid overtime, generous holidays, and clear career progression within a supportive team in a beautiful coastal town.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Generous share of gratuities and tips

Company pension scheme

28 days holiday plus birthday off

Discounts at all Rockfish restaurants

Access to paddleboards during break time

Training in wine, health & safety, and food safety

4 week paid sabbatical after 10 years service

Qualifications

• Cook exceptional dishes using fresh seafood.
• Support kitchen management and mentor the team.
• Manage resources to minimize waste and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead service and ensure every plate meets standards.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house for dining experiences.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Team collaboration

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Junior Sous Chef Opportunity at Rockfish

At Rockfish, we’re passionate about exceptional dining and sustainability. Voted one of the Top 50 BEST COMPANIES to work for in the UK, we proudly serve MSC-certified sustainable seafood, landed fresh daily from Brixham Fish Market.

Join us to work with the freshest seafood, and grow your career within a business with fantastic culture and really care about our people, the seafood, the communities and our guests.

About the Role

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will:

Cook exceptional dishes using the freshest seafood.

Support the kitchen management to lead the service and mentor the kitchen team.

Ensure every plate meets our Rockfish standards.

Manage resources to minimise waste and control costs.

Collaborate with the front-of-house team to deliver unforgettable dining experiences.

What We Offer

Competitive salary + paid overtime (with a focus on work-life balance).

Generous share of gratuities and tips, distributed via Tip Jar.

Generous Refer-a-friend bonus.

Company pension scheme to support your future.

Time to Recharge

28 days holiday, plus your birthday off

Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day off every year.

Winter working patterns with full pay.

4 week paid sabbatical after 10 years service

24/7 access to wellbeing services, including counselling, financial and legal advice.

Discounts & Rewards

50% off dining at all Rockfish restaurants.

Access to Rockfish paddleboards to use on your break time!

competitions and incentives.

Training in wine, health & safety, and food safety.

Clear paths for career progression—we’re always looking for our next Head Chef!

Why Rockfish?

This is your chance to work in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal towns, with a team that values sustainability, quality, and growth. At Rockfish, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired.

Ready to Make Waves?

Bring your passion and culinary expertise to Rockfish. Apply now!