Sous Chef

Sous Chef

West Coast of Scotland

Love seafood? Love the coast? Love a kitchen team that actually enjoys working together?

Based on the stunning shores of the West Coast of Scotland, our client is looking for a Sous Chef who’s passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours and creating consistently great dishes. You’ll 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 perfecting their golf swing

• 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