Senior Sous Chef

Smyth & Co; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Sous Chef on the South Coast of England. This unique 9.5-month contract offers a chance to lead a talented kitchen team, focusing on seafood cuisine in a prestigious venue. Enjoy 2.5 months off over Christmas and accommodation support for relocation to the Isle of Wight.

Benefits

Accommodation provided for the first 3 months

2.5 months off over Christmas

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in seafood cuisine is a must.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a large kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of 40-50, including Sous Chefs and Prep Chefs.
• Lead seafood menu development and maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Seafood Cuisine

Job description

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Base pay range

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Amazing opportunity for a seasoned Senior Sous chef to work on the South Coast of England. £45,000-50,000.

Senior Sous Chef – South Coast of England (Relocation Opportunity)

9.5-month contract (paid over 12 months)

Smyth & Co are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Sous Chef to join an exceptional venue located on the beautiful South Coast of England. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled chef with a passion for seafood to lead a talented team and take charge of menu development in a thriving coastal setting.

The Role:

• Contract: 9.5 months of work (February to December) with 12 months’ pay
• Leave: 2.5 months off over Christmas (occasional texts but no work required during this time)
• Accommodation: First 3 months provided, assisting with your move to the Isle of Wight
• Daily Covers:
• March to June: 250 per day
• June to September: 500-600 per day (working 7 days a week during peak season)

Shift Patterns:

• Busy periods: Expect to work 4-5 double shifts per week, with 2-3 days off.
• Off-season: Enjoy 2.5 months of downtime (with pay) over the Christmas period, offering excellent work-life balance.

What You’ll Do:

• Report directly to the Head and Executive Chef
• Oversee a team of 40-50, including 2-3 Sous Chefs and 10 Prep Chefs
• Lead seafood menu development and bring your culinary creativity to a prestigious coastal venue
• Maintain high standards during peak periods, managing both the kitchen operations and staff

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in seafood cuisine is a must
• Strong leadership skills to manage a large, dynamic kitchen team
• Willingness to relocate to the Isle of Wight for the duration of the contract

This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a coastal lifestyle while working with a passionate team in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant. If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead in a beautiful island setting, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Smyth & Co today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Restaurants

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