Restaurant Server

Rockfish Exmouth; West Down; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + paid overtime

Weekly tips & gratuities

Refer-a-friend bonus

Summer incentives

Discounts & dining perks

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

4-week sabbatical after 10 years

Job summary

Rockfish Exmouth is hiring servers to deliver exceptional dining experiences. As a Server you will delight guests, be a team player, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a generous tips and gratuities system and a competitive salary plus paid overtime.

Join a culture-led, coastal team backed by training, clear progression, and annual bonuses. You’ll enjoy 28 days holiday, special perks like birthday off, discounted dining across Rockfish restaurants, and opportunities to grow with one of

Responsibilities

• Delight our guests with exceptional service and deliver unforgettable dining experiences
• Be a team player who supports and cares about the people around you
• Able to multitask, be calm under pressure and enjoy working in a fast paced environment

Job description

Server Opportunities at Rockfish

Generous tips and gratuities on top of your basic hourly rate of up to £3-£4 extra per hour!
Rockfish is one of the UK’s Top 50 Best Companies to work for — and we’re growing. Led by seafood expert Mitch Tonks, we catch, process and serve the freshest local seafood across 12 award‑winning coastal restaurants.

We’re passionate about people, sustainability, and unforgettable dining experiences. If you’re a leader who thrives in a culture-led, high‑energy environment, this is your chance to make waves.

About the Role

As a Server, you will:

• Delight our guests with exceptional service and deliver unforgettable dining experiences

• Be a team player who supports and cares about the people around you

• Able to multitask, be calm under pressure and enjoy working in a fast paced environment

Pay & Perks

Competitive salary + paid overtime
We believe in fair pay and work-life balance.

Weekly tips & gratuities

Generous share of tips, paid weekly via Tip Jar.

Bonuses & Rewards

• Refer-a-friend bonus (£250 FOH / £500 Chefs)

• Summer incentives

• Fun competitions with great prizes

Time to Recharge

• 28 days holiday

• Your birthday off

• Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day off every year

• Winter working patterns with full pay

• 4‑week paid sabbatical after 10 years

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to counselling, financial and legal support

• Free meals on shift

Discounts & Extras

• 50% off dining at all Rockfish restaurants and The Seahorse

• Access to Rockfish paddleboards on your break

• Work with a dynamic, fun, culture-led team

Training & Career Growth

We invest heavily in your development, including:

• Management development programmes

• Clear progression pathways — we’re always developing our next Manager

• Full Rockfish training and ongoing support

Why Rockfish?

With a 25-year career in seafood as a chef, restauranteur and fishmonger Mitch is one of the leading, credible voices in seafood.

You’ll be leading a restaurant in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal towns, working with a team that values sustainability, quality and genuine hospitality.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and inspired.
Ready to Make Waves?

Bring your passion and commitment to exceptional service.