At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Head Chef in creating amazing seafood dishes and leading a passionate kitchen team.
- Company: Join a vibrant restaurant on the stunning West Coast of Scotland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tips, 28 days holiday, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a beautiful coastal location and opportunities for training and development.
- Why this job: Work in a supportive environment with a focus on fresh ingredients and coastal flavours.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up.
The predicted salary is between 28500 - 31200 £ per year.
Based on the stunning shores of the West Coast of Scotland, our client is looking for a Sous Chef who is passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours and creating consistently great dishes. You will work closely with their Head Chef to deliver memorable dining experiences in a supportive, well-organised and genuinely enjoyable environment.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
- Preparing and presenting high-quality seafood dishes
- Leading the team when the Head Chef is off
- Keeping standards high and consistency spot-on
- Ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance
- Assisting with stock control, ordering and waste reduction
- Contributing ideas to seasonal menu development
- Helping build a positive, motivated kitchen culture
What they’re looking for:
- Experienced Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
- Passion for fish, seafood and coastal cooking
- Calm, organised and reliable under pressure
- Supportive team player with leadership skills
- Strong commitment to quality, consistency and best practice
What they offer:
- £34,320 - £35,360 per year (DOE), paid weekly
- Tips shared across the restaurant team
- 40 hours per week - no late nights, no night shifts, no split shifts
- 28 days holiday (pro-rata), increasing with service
- Staff discounts, uniform, free parking
- Employee benefits platform (retail discounts, wellbeing support, GP access, financial advice)
- Pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme
- Training, development and apprenticeship opportunities
- Shared, subsidised accommodation available
- A stunning coastal location and a genuinely great team
The essentials:
- Own transport required
- Must have the legal right to live and work in the UK
Apply by 31 July 2026.
Sous Chef employer: Protea Recruitment Ltd
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