Sous Chef

Cornwall Staff Agency Limited; Newquay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Discounted or free food

Develop leadership skills

Busy hotel kitchen experience

Quality ingredients, local produce

Job summary

Cornwall Staff Agency Limited is recruiting a talented Sous Chef for a four‑star hotel in Newquay, Cornwall. You will join a busy kitchen team, support the Head Chef, and lead staff to deliver exceptional dishes for hotel guests.

You’ll work with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, develop leadership skills and help manage costs while ensuring top standards of quality and food safety in a welcoming, coastal hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably at Sous Chef or senior chef level.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards in a busy kitchen.
• Strong focus on food safety, hygiene and cost awareness.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Lead, motivate and support the kitchen team during service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation.
• Train and develop junior chefs.
• Assist with menu planning, dish development and costing.
• Manage food purchasing and help control kitchen costs.
• Monitor stock and minimise food waste.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, labeling and temperature controls.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and arrange repairs when needed.
• Support staff appraisals and ongoing team development.
• Ensure each service runs smoothly with excellent guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen experience

Cooking passion

Organisational skills

Food hygiene

Stock management

Team leadership

Job description

£33,500+ per year | Four-Star Hotel | Great Benefits

Ready to take the next step in your chef career?

Our client is looking for a talented and passionate

Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at a beautiful four-star hotel in Newquay, Cornwall.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who loves fresh food, thrives in a busy kitchen and enjoys leading a team to deliver exceptional dishes. Working alongside the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in running the kitchen, maintaining high standards and creating memorable dining experiences for hotel guests.

With a welcoming restaurant, cocktail bar and a range of family‑friendly facilities, this is an exciting opportunity to join a well‑established hotel in one of Cornwall’s most popular coastal destinations.

What’s on Offer?

Salary from £33,500 per annum

• Company pension scheme
• Discounted or free food
• The opportunity to develop your leadership skills
• A varied role within a busy hotel kitchen
• The chance to work with quality ingredients and locally sourced produce

What Will You Be Doing?

As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in delivering an efficient, organised and high‑performing kitchen operation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Leading, motivating and supporting the kitchen team during service.
• Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation.
• Training and developing junior chefs.
• Assisting with menu planning, dish development and menu costing.
• Managing food purchasing and helping control kitchen costs.
• Monitoring stock and minimising food waste.
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, labelling and temperature controls are followed.
• Maintaining kitchen equipment and arranging repairs when needed.
• Supporting staff appraisals and ongoing team development.
• Ensuring every service runs smoothly and guests receive an excellent dining experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from chefs who are passionate about food and ready to make a real difference in the kitchen.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably at Sous Chef or senior chef level.
• Strong leadership skills and the confidence to take charge when required.
• A genuine passion for cooking and delivering consistently high standards.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety procedures and kitchen compliance.
• An understanding of stock control, purchasing and food cost management.
• The ability to work well under pressure and lead by example.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a team‑focused approach.

Why Make Your Next Move?

This is more than just a kitchen role. It’s an opportunity to build on your experience, develop your team leadership skills and work closely with the Head Chef in a hotel that takes pride in its food and guest experience.

If you’re a motivated chef looking for a fresh challenge in Cornwall, this could be the perfect next step.