Senior Sous Chef – Cornwall – Award-Winning Coastal Inn

Taste Hospitality Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus tips

Working within an award-winning kitchen

Supportive and professional brigade

Incredible coastal working environment

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm seeks a talented Senior Sous Chef for a prestigious coastal inn in Cornwall. This role requires experience in quality fresh food kitchens and passion for seasonal ingredients. Responsibilities include supporting the Head Chef, leading the kitchen brigade, maintaining high food standards, and assisting with menu development. Join a supportive team in an award-winning kitchen located in a breathtaking seaside setting.

Qualifications

• Strong background in quality fresh food kitchens is essential.
• Experience in award-winning gastropubs or restaurants is advantageous.
• Confident and organized chef who thrives in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Lead the brigade during service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Assist with menu development.
• Train and mentor junior chefs.
• Help manage stock control.
• Ensure exceptional hygiene and food safety standards.

Skills

Strong background in quality fresh food kitchens

Experience in award-winning gastropubs or restaurants

Confidence and organization in a busy kitchen

Passion for seasonal ingredients

Modern British cooking

Job description

Overview

A Senior Sous Chef is required for a highly regarded food-led coastal inn set in one of Cornwall’s most breathtaking seaside locations.

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and candidates must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship please do not apply, thank you.

This charming property sits in a spectacular coastal setting, surrounded by dramatic cliffs, sweeping sea views and rugged Cornish countryside.

Known for its relaxed atmosphere and outstanding hospitality, the inn has built a loyal following among locals, travellers and food enthusiasts alike.

The kitchen has earned an excellent reputation for its ingredient-led modern British cooking, with menus that celebrate the finest seasonal produce Cornwall has to offer.

Fresh seafood from the nearby coast, exceptional local meats and carefully sourced ingredients all play a key role in creating vibrant, flavour-driven dishes that reflect the region and the seasons.

The brigade is passionate, professional and committed to delivering consistently excellent food in a welcoming and well-run kitchen environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Senior Sous Chef to play a key role within a respected and ambitious team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality fresh food kitchens, with experience in award-winning gastropubs or restaurants highly advantageous.

You will be a confident and organised chef who thrives in a busy kitchen and shares a genuine passion for seasonal ingredients and modern British cooking.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead the brigade during service, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
• Maintain the highest standards of food preparation and presentation
• Assist with menu development and seasonal dishes
• Train and mentor junior chefs within the brigade
• Help manage stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation
• Ensure exceptional hygiene and food safety standards are maintained

Qualifications and profile

The role suits a candidate with a strong background in quality fresh food kitchens, with experience in award-winning gastropubs or restaurants highly advantageous. You should be a confident and organized chef who thrives in a busy kitchen and has a genuine passion for seasonal ingredients and modern British cooking.

Benefits / what we offer

• Competitive salary plus tips
• Working within an award-winning kitchen
• Supportive and professional brigade
• Incredible coastal working environment

Application and notes

This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven chef looking to develop their career in a stunning coastal location, working with exceptional produce and within a passionate, like-minded team.

Due to the number of applicants received, unfortunately we are unable to reply individually to each. Should your application be suitable for the role, then you’ll hear from us within 48 hours, thank you.

• Contact: Caroline Wright
• Reference: 07136

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