Sustainable Seafood Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Grow

Rockfish Salcombe; Salcombe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned seafood restaurant based in Salcombe is looking for a Sous Chef to lead and inspire the kitchen team in delivering exceptional seafood dishes. This role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and stock control, and offering opportunities for career progression within the company. The restaurant emphasizes sustainability and offers a supportive environment for culinary professionals. Enjoy competitive pay, paid overtime, and numerous perks including time off and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + paid overtime

Weekly tips via Tip Jar

Refer-a-friend bonuses

Time to Recharge

28 days holiday plus birthday off

4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years

24/7 wellbeing support (counseling, financial & legal advice)

Use of paddleboards on breaks

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Passion for seafood and sustainability.
• Ability to create high-quality dishes.

Responsibilities

• Cook exceptional seafood dishes, ensuring every plate meets standards.
• Lead and inspire a talented kitchen team.
• Support Head Chef in kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Food safety management

Job description

A renowned seafood restaurant based in Salcombe is looking for a Sous Chef to lead and inspire the kitchen team in delivering exceptional seafood dishes. This role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and stock control, and offering opportunities for career progression within the company. The restaurant emphasizes sustainability and offers a supportive environment for culinary professionals. Enjoy competitive pay, paid overtime, and numerous perks including time off and development opportunities.