Sous Chef

Location: Cairndow

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 whos passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours and creating consistently great dishes. Youll work closely with their Head Chef to deliver memorable dining experiences in a supportive, well-organised and genuinely enjoyable environment.
What youll 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 theyre 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 Apply by 31 July 2026