Head Chef -Seafood Restaurant Opening - Salcombe, Devon 44k

Head Chef –Seafood Restaurant Opening – Salcombe, Devon 44k

Location: Salcombe, Devon
Job Role: Head Chef or Sous Chef
Salary: £39,000 + overtime + £5-6k in tips & gratuities
Work-Life Balance: Paid overtime, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day off

We are excited to be recruiting for a Head Chef to join the opening team of a stunning seafood restaurant in Salcombe, Devon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Head Chef to work with the freshest seafood, lead a skilled kitchen team, and be part of an award-winning company known for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and people.

What’s in it for the Head Chef?

Competitive salary + paid overtime for every hour worked£5-6k in tips & gratuities, shared via Tip Jar28 days holiday + your birthday offChristmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day off every yearWinter working patterns with full pay4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service50% off dining across all restaurantsPaddleboards available to use on your breakCareer development & training with clear progression to Head Chef

What they’re looking for in a Head Chef:

Passion for cooking exceptional seafood dishesExperience in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurantLeadership skills to manage and mentor a kitchen teamStrong understanding of kitchen operations, stock control, and waste reductionCommitment to delivering outstanding dining experiences

This is an incredible chance to join a forward-thinking restaurant in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal locations. If you’re a Head Chef ready for your next big opportunity, apply today!

Contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com to find out more.



  • Location: Devon, England
  • Salary: £39k per year + overtime + £5-6k in tips & gratuities
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 03-Mar-2025
  • Posted on: careers4a.com