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Job Location:

Torquay - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 32500 - 40000
Posted: 2 October 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

CALLING ALL CHEF MANAGEMENT

Seeking all Sous Chefs & Head Chefs who want to work by the coast come and build your Chef career with Rockfish!

Cold outside. Heating up Rockfish. Winter is when we invest in our people!


Are you a Junior Sous Chef ready to take the next step

A Sous Chef looking for the training and support to become Head Chef

Or a Head Chef ready for a fresh opportunity by the coast

TORQUAY-BRIXHAM-DARTMOUTH-SALCOMBE

Are you wanting to be part of a team that is proud to be recognised as one of the best places to work in hospitality in the UK Apply now for a paid trial shift!

Alternatively send us an email with your CV to for more about that next opportunity!

Driven by a deep passion for people sustainability and unforgettable dining experiences our group of 12 award-winning coastal restaurants wholesale and online seafood fishmonger is led by seafood expert Mitch Tonks. Were proud to be MSC certified with daily landings from Brixham market delivered to our restaurants every day!

Youllbe working in one of the UKs most beautiful coastal towns with stunning views working with a team that care about the ocean sustainabilityqualityand genuine hospitality. Our crew rock theres no two ways about it. We work hard take pride in what we do and bring genuine warmth to everything we do. At Rockfish we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired.

Whether youre just starting out or already on the path Rockfish is a place to build a lasting career in hospitality. We dont just talk about progression we plan for it support it and celebrate it. Many of our leaders started on the restaurant floor or in the kitchen. With clear training hands-on learning and support from people whove been there you can go further here wherever you begin.

Whats in it for you

  • 50% off food for you and your friends and family at Rockfish and The Seahorse.

  • We pay salaries monthly but tronc and tips on a weekly basis via our external troncmaster Tipjar - so you can earn and access your cash quicker!

  • This is a casual role working is across 5 days Monday - Sunday availability required.

  • Were are lunch and dinner dining restaurant meaning our teams work a variety of daytime and evening shifts determined by the rota.

  • Christmas off our sites are closed Christmas eve Christmas Day & Boxing Day

  • Well provide the Chef whites!

  • Were not about extra hours but if theyre ever needed overtime is paid.

  • Enjoy your birthday off every year!

  • Enjoy 28 days paid holiday (Pro-rata) based on your working hours.

  • 4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years!

  • Working daily with a team who thrive on our shared values of care community and connection makes every challenge an opportunity and every success a collective celebration.

  • Want to progress your career we actively promote from with within! With opportunities across all locations

  • An auto enrolment Pension to help you save for the future

  • 10% off our Online Seafood Market bring the seafood home with you (not the work!)

  • Win prizes like Rockfish merch wine trips brewery collabs and more.

  • Earn generous cash rewards for every successful referral you bring on board.

How we support you

  • Free dedicated support from our helpline confidential counselling and advice via Hospitality Action from day one

  • Access to our own Rockfish paddle boards perfect for your lunch break or after work down time!

  • Crew meals on a full day

  • We actively support good mental health inside and outside of work with our senior managers trained as mental health first aiders.

  • Financial support when you need it! Financial and debt advice via Hospitality action. Advance on wages and borrow up to one months pay after 2 years service for lifes surprises

If you want to be part of a team that cares about the ocean takes seafood seriously supports its people and gives back to its community youre in the right place. Apply Now!

Find out more about what its like to work at Rockfish


Required Experience:

IC