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Senior Sous Chef

Posted 23 days ago

  • Cowes, Isle of Wight
  • Any
  • External
  • Expires In 2 months
Amazing opportunity for a seasoned Senior Sous chef to work in the Isle of White. £55,000-65,000.

Head Chef Isle of Wight (Relocation Opportunity)
£55,000 - £65,000 per annum
9.5-month contract (paid over 12 months)
Smyth & Co are delighted to be recruiting for a Head Chef to join an exceptional venue located on the beautiful Isle of Wight. This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled chef with a passion for seafood to lead a talented team and take charge of menu development in a thriving coastal setting.
The Role: Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (inclusive of £45,000 base + guaranteed £10,000 tronc, negotiable based on experience)

Contract: 9.5 months of work (February to December) with 12 months pay

Leave: 2.5 months off over Christmas (occasional texts but no work required during this time)

Accommodation: First 3 months provided, assisting with your move to the Isle of Wight

Daily Covers:

March to June: 250 per day

June to September: 500-600 per day (working 7 days a week during peak season)

Shift Patterns: Busy periods: Expect to work 4-5 double shifts per week, with 2-3 days off.

Off-season: Enjoy 2.5 months of downtime (with pay) over the Christmas period, offering excellent work-life balance.

What Youll Do: Report directly to the Executive Chef

Oversee a team of 40-50, including 2-3 Sous Chefs and 10 Prep Chefs

Lead seafood menu development and bring your culinary creativity to a prestigious coastal venue

Maintain high standards during peak periods, managing both the kitchen operations and staff

Requirements: Extensive experience in seafood cuisine is a must

Strong leadership skills to manage a large, dynamic kitchen team

Willingness to relocate to the Isle of Wight for the duration of the contract

This is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a coastal lifestyle while working with a passionate team in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant. If youre ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead in a beautiful island setting, wed love to hear from you.
To apply, please contact Smyth & Co today!

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