Job Details
Job Title: Sous Chef - North Cornwall - Live-in Available
Ref: souschefnorthcorn
Date Posted: 11/05/2026
Position: Permanent Full Time
Salary: ?33k - 36k per year
Location: Polzeath, Cornwall, England
Job Description:
Sous Chef – North Cornwall (Seaside Restaurant)
Up to £36,000 + Excellent Tips + Live-in Available
An exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to join a well-established, highly regarded seaside restaurant in North Cornwall, set on one of the region’s most scenic beaches.
With a strong focus on fresh, local, seasonal produce, this busy and thriving kitchen offers the perfect environment for a chef looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional team.
What’s on Offer:- Salary up to £36,000 per annum
- Excellent tips
- Live-in accommodation available (off-site)
- Career progression within a respected kitchen
- Stunning coastal working environment
As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and service.
Key Responsibilities:- Support the Head Chef in running a high-volume kitchen
- Lead service and take charge in the Head Chef’s absence
- Oversee food preparation and ensure consistent quality
- Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness
- Contribute to a positive and efficient kitchen culture
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef
- Confident leading a team in a fast-paced environment
- Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure
- Passionate about fresh, seasonal, locally sourced food
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Flexible with working hours and shifts
This is a permanent, full-time position, ideally suited to a chef ready for their next step in a dynamic coastal kitchen.
Immediate start available.
Apply now with your CV to be considered.
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