Are you hard working, passionate about your craft and a real team player?
We're looking for a passionate, motivated and experienced Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at the Swan Hotel, Wadebridge. With a busy year ahead, this is a great opportunity for someone who thrives under pressure, takes real pride in their work, and delivers consistent, high-quality homemade food—every service.
The role
You'll support the Head Chef in running a smooth, well-organised kitchen and help drive standards across every section. You'll be confident leading by example, keeping quality high, and pushing out great food even when it's busy.
What we're looking for
* A positive, reliable team player with solid kitchen experience
* Calm under pressure with high standards and great attention to detail
* Passion for fresh food and using local produce
* Creativity to produce unique, inspiring specials that complement the main menu
* A customer-first mindset—nothing is too much trouble for our guests
* Someone looking for a new challenge and ready to help take the business to the next level
Full training provided, with real opportunities to progress over time.
Benefits
* Full time, year-round hours
* Discounts across our three sites for you, your family and friends
* Quarterly bonus scheme
* Yearly staff party
* Share of tips
* A team that are like family
* Great opportunities to progress – we promote from within wherever possible (over 95% of our FOH & BOH management team have been promoted internally)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Wadebridge PL27 7DD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Cooking: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person