At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Company: Join the passionate team at Rick Stein Restaurants, known for great food and hospitality.
- Benefits: Competitive pay plus tips, free meals, discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours and extra holiday allowance after 5 years.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and develop your culinary skills in a vibrant kitchen.
- Qualifications: Passion for food, experience in a kitchen, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.
Great Salary, plus Tips.
At Rick Stein Restaurants, we’re passionate about fresh seafood, simple cooking done brilliantly, and kitchens that run smoothly behind the scenes.
Across our Padstow restaurants, we’re looking for talented chefs of all levels to join our kitchen teams.
We have both temporary and permanent positions available, with flexible contracted hours.
Whether you're just starting your chef career, looking to take the next step, or bringing years of experience, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for passionate people who take pride in great food, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and want to develop their skills in a busy, professional kitchen.
- What you’ll be doing
- Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients
- Working collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food consistently
- Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
- Supporting smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods
- Contributing ideas, sharing knowledge, and continually developing your skills
- Depending on your experience, mentoring junior team members and supporting the wider kitchen team
- What we’re looking for
- A genuine passion for great food and hospitality
- Experience in a professional kitchen appropriate to your level
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality dishes
- A reliable, hardworking team player with excellent communication skills
- A willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive kitchen culture
- What you’ll get
- Competitive pay plus tips
- Free staff meals and generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms, and Shops
- Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel and more
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear career progression across our collection of restaurants
- The opportunity to work with high-quality, fresh ingredients
- A supportive, inclusive team culture
- Extra holiday allowance for length of service - up to 5 additional days after 5 years
Whether you're an ambitious Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or an experienced kitchen leader, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop and thrive with Rick Stein Restaurants.
If you're ready to be part of a team that values quality, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
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Chef in Wadebridge employer: Rick Stein Head Office
At Rick Stein Restaurants, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant work culture that celebrates genuine hospitality and culinary excellence. Located in the picturesque Padstow, our team enjoys competitive pay, flexible hours, and a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth. With access to ongoing training, clear career progression, and generous employee benefits, including free meals and discounts, we are committed to nurturing talent and creating a rewarding experience for all our chefs.
