Junior Sous Chef - Coastal Restaurant, Padstow
Location: Padstow
Pay Rate: £16.00-£16.99 per hour (including tronc)
Hours: 43 hours per week (across 5 days)
Overtime: Paid monthly
Operation: Hotel restaurant (dinner‑only) + Outdoor seasonal restaurant
About the Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a stunning coastal restaurant in Padstow, combining a dinner‑only hotel restaurant with a vibrant outdoor dining space open from Easter to the end of September.
You’ll work across two exciting concepts:
Hotel Restaurant
* Open evenings only
* Up to 130 covers per night
Outdoor Restaurant
* Features a grill, pizza oven, and seafood‑focused outdoor kitchen
* Open seasonally (Easter-September)
* Up to 300 covers per day
We’re looking for a talented chef with strong cooking ability who can lead, manage, and motivate the kitchen team, while also stepping onto a section when required. This role is hands‑on, energetic, and perfect for someone who excels in both quality and high‑volume environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support services across both restaurant operations.
* Run the outdoor restaurant during busy seasonal services.
* Cook to a high standard and confidently run a section.
* Manage, support, and motivate the kitchen team.
* Maintain quality, consistency, food safety, and organisation.
* Assist with menu input, specials, and seasonal offerings.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong cooking background - hotels, grills, coastal dining, or high‑volume restaurants ideal.
* Confident team leader, able to motivate and manage staff.
* Comfortable working in busy environments (up to 300 covers).
* Flexible, hands‑on, and calm under pressure.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
What’s on Offer
* £16.00-£16.99 per hour (including tronc)
* 43 hours per week, 5 days over 7
* Paid overtime every month
* Exposure to two high‑quality coastal dining concepts
* Stunning location and supportive team culture
* Seasonal variety and ongoing development opportunities
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