live in chef

St Austell Brewery Ltd; Newquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular coastal destination in Newquay is seeking an ambitious Chef to join their talented kitchen team. Work alongside passionate individuals using locally sourced produce to create quality dishes. The role includes responsibilities for maintaining kitchen standards and supporting service in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include live-in accommodation, food discounts, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

Discount scheme

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Family-friendly, flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow procedures and specifications for each dish.
• Commitment to keeping the kitchen clean, tidy, and safe.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in a kitchen setting.
• Ensure proper procedures are followed for food preparation.
• Maintain efficiency during busy service times.

Skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Interest in food

Food safety

Job description

The Fort Inn lies on the edge of Newquay’s bustling town centre and enjoys stunning views along the coast.

Work at one of Cornwall’s most popular coastal destinations, renowned as the UK’s surfing capital, with spectacular golden beaches and dramatic seascapes on your doorstep.

Are you an ambitious Chef with experience working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and work alongside passionate people, cooking with locally sourced produce to provide quality food that delights our guests. As a chef, you will work as part of a team, ensuring the correct procedures are followed and specifications for each dish are precisely met.

What we offer:

• Live-in accommodation
• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Chefs:

• Are well-organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy, and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times

We’d love you to join our family!

Additional Info:

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged, as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the associated fees.