Sous Chef

Lyme Regis - Restaurant; Lyme Regis; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned seafood restaurant in Lyme Regis is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to prepare exceptional seafood dishes and lead a talented kitchen team. This role involves managing kitchen operations and maintaining high food safety standards. Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and professional development are offered. The ideal candidate has a passion for leadership and sustainability, ensuring every dining experience at Rockfish is unforgettable.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime

Weekly tips

28 days holiday

24/7 wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Passion for seafood and cooking exceptional dishes.
• Experience in a kitchen environment with high standards.
• Desire for career progression and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Cook exceptional seafood dishes to Rockfish standards.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team for consistency and excellence.
• Support Head Chef in kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Sustainability

Communication

Job description

ROCKFISH - SOUS CHEF

Rockfish, led by Mitch Tonks, founder and CEO of the unique seafood business that catches, processes and serves local seafood at 10 locations in the Southwest. With a 25-year career in seafood as a chef, restauranteur and fishmonger Mitch is one of the leading, credible voices in seafood in the UK.

We’re aTop 50 Best Company to Work For in the UK, servingMSC-certified sustainable seafoodlanded fresh daily from Brixham Fish Market. If you're a talented chef with a passion forleadership, sustainability, and career progression, this is an incredible opportunity to grow with us.

• Your role as Sous Chef is to cookexceptional seafood dishes, ensuring every plate meets Rockfish standards
• Lead and inspire atalented kitchen team, driving consistency and excellence
• Support theHead Chefin managing kitchen operations and service
• Maintain high standards infood safety, stock control, and cost management
• Collaborate with thefront-of-house teamto deliver unforgettable dining experiences

Career Progression – Your Future at Rockfish

At Rockfish, we believe indeveloping and promoting from within. As a Sous Chef, you’ll be on the path toHead Chef and beyond:

Structured development:Sous Chef - Head Chef - Group Roles

• Leadership & management trainingprograms
• Ongoing professional developmentin food, wine, and sustainability
• Opportunities to lead at other restaurants and brand new openingsas we expand

What’s in It for You?Pay & Perks

• Competitive salary+ paid overtime
• Because work life balance matters this role is offered as a salaried 40/48 contract, or as an hourly flexible role
• Weekly tipsvia Tip Jar
• Refer-a-friend bonuses

Time to Recharge

• Your birthday off+28 days holiday
• Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day OFF!
• 4-week paid sabbaticalafter 10 years

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 wellbeing support(counselling, financial & legal advice)
• Use of Rockfish paddleboardson your breaks!

Why Rockfish?

This is more than just a job—it’s achance to lead, grow, and be part of something special. We’re passionate about sustainability, career development, and creating a team that thrives.

Ready to Take the Lead?

Bring your expertise and leadership to Rockfish. Apply now and build your future with us!