Sous Chef

Turtle Bay; Exeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay

Tronc

Excellent rewards

Team events

Mentorship programmes

Apprenticeship opportunities

Enhanced family leave pay

50% discount at Turtle Bay

Loyalty bonuses

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Turtle Bay Exeter is looking for a warm, passionate Sous Chef to join our Caribbean-kitchen team. You’ll be second in command in the kitchen, working with the Head Chef to lead and inspire the crew and deliver dishes made with love.

You’ll oversee prep, cooking, training, stock and health & safety standards, leading by example in a fast-paced, high-energy setting. If you’re an experienced Senior Chef or Junior Sous looking for the next step, we’ll support your growth in a workplace committed to

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen leadership or sous-chef level.
• Ability to train and mentor junior chefs.
• Passion for flavour and cooking with soul.
• Strong focus on teamwork and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team in daily operations.
• Assist Head Chef with prep, cooking and maintaining high standards.
• Oversee stock management and health & safety compliance.
• Support development and training of new chefs.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen operations

Calm leadership

Food passion

Job description

Turtle Bay – Sous Chef

We’re on the lookout for a warm, passionate and inspiring Sous Chef to join our team at Turtle Bay in Exeter.

Who We Are

Turtle Bay is all about introducing you to that carefree, island way of life. A Caribbean kitchen and beach bar where the food, drinks and music flow from morning 'til night.

Everyone invited. Our team can tell if you need coffee, cocktail, cold beer or plate of cutters full of flavour. And our people serve up the magic and warmth of the Caribbean every day, so that everyone feels relaxed and welcome here. We’re here to create genuine connections and put people at ease. By welcoming guests with our natural hosting skills and unpretentious atmosphere.

We bring people together. Strangers become friends and the bartender knows you by name. Were lunch drifts into sundowners.

What We’re All About

We live by the spirit of One Love – a universal love and acceptance of all people. At Turtle Bay, we celebrate individuality, recognise differences and make it easy for people to be themselves. We take inspiration from the Caribbean culture – the music, the food, the drink, and of course those chilled out vibes.

Our Rewards

• Great pay, Tronc and excellent rewards
• Various team events and team rewards
• Progression with excellent training and opportunities, both professionally and personally with our mentorship programmes
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Enhanced family leave pay
• 50% discount at our restaurant for you and up to 6 friends
• Loyalty bonuses
• Referral bonus schemes – giving you the opportunity to earn up to £1,000 for successful referrals

About the Role

As a Sous Chef at Turtle Bay, you’ll be second in command in the kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef to lead and inspire the team. You’ll bring positive energy and a calm, supportive presence to every shift, helping to maintain high standards while delivering dishes full of flavour and made with love.

You’ll support in managing all aspects of kitchen operations – from prepping and cooking to training new chefs and supporting stock and health & safety standards. You’ll be hands-on, leading by example and helping your team to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.

We’re looking for someone who loves cooking with soul, takes pride in quality, and understands the importance of teamwork in the kitchen. You’ll be passionate about food and people, focused on creating great guest experiences, and ready to bring your best to every shift.

At Turtle Bay, we’re all about development. So, if you’re an experienced Senior Chef or Junior Sous looking for that next step – we’ll support you to grow, learn and progress your career in a place that feels like home.

At Turtle Bay, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Join us in our mission to champion equality, inclusion and wellbeing, and be part of a vibrant, diverse team that genuinely loves what they do.