Trainee Chef

Rockfish; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous gratuities and tips

Tronc paid for every hour you work

Free meals on shift

50% off dining at Rockfish restaurants

Paddleboards access

Wellbeing services 24/7

Training and career progression

Birthdays off

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Sabbatical after 10 years

Refer a friend scheme bonus

Job summary

Rockfish is hiring across our award-winning restaurants on the Southwest coast. You will prepare, cook and present dishes confidently, work with a culture-led team, and deliver memorable guest experiences.

We offer generous gratuities, weekly tips, staff meals, and strong development opportunities in a friendly, supportive environment. Join a business led by Mitch Tonks with 12 locations, and enjoy 28 days holiday pro rata, sabbatical after 10 years, wellbeing services and staff discounts across

Qualifications

• Prepare, cook and present dishes confidently.
• Be keen to learn about everything within our Rockfish Kitchens.
• Work well as a team, collaborating and communicating to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
• Energy and passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Deliver unforgettable guest experiences by preparing and presenting dishes to high standards.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.
• Demonstrate energy and passion for food while upholding Rockfish standards.

Skills

Prepare, cook and present dishes

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Food enthusiasm

Job description

Up to £15.50 per hour (depending on experience) inclusive of generous gratuities and tips on top.

Full time (5 days in 7) and part time (flexible hours available)

Rockfish, led by Mitch Tonks, founder and CEO of the unique seafood business that catches, processes and serves local seafood at 12 locations in the Southwest.

Careers with Rockfish are the best in the Southwest, award winning restaurants, unrivalled career opportunities and some of the happiest people in hospitality. Voted by our people as the Top 50 BEST COMPANIES and Top 10 hospitality businesses to work for in the UK.

• Generous share of gratuities and tips, distributed weekly
• Tronc paid for every hour you work
• Free meals on shift
• Work with culture led dynamic team, we work hard but have fun!
• 50% off dining at all Rockfish restaurants and The Seahorse!
• Access to Rockfish paddleboards to use on your break time!
• Fun competitions and incentives with great prizes
• Birthdays off!
• Refer a friend scheme bonus
• 28 days holiday (pro rata)
• 4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years
• 24/7 access to wellbeing services, including counselling, financial and legal advice.
• Full Rockfish training given
• Clear paths for career progression-we're always looking for our next superstar.

What you will bring

• Prepare, cook and present dishes confidently
• Be keen to learn about everything within our Rockfish Kitchens.
• Work well as a team, collaborating and communicating to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.
• Energy and passion for food

Start your career with us. At Rockfish, we don't just offer a job - we provide all the training and support you need with a clear path for personal growth. Real promotion opportunities- we love to develop talent from within!

Why Rockfish?

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.

This is your chance to work in one of the UK's most beautiful coastal towns, with a team that values sustainability, quality, and growth. At Rockfish, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired.

Ready to Make Waves?

Bring your passion and culinary expertise to Rockfish,