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Great food. Genuine hospitality. A place to grow.
Great Salary, plus up to an extra £5.00 per hour in Tips.
At Rick Stein Restaurants, we believe great food starts with great people.
Across our restaurants in Padstow, we're looking for talented chefs at every stage of their career to join our kitchen teams. Whether you're taking your first steps as a Commis Chef, ready for your next challenge as a Chef de Partie, or bringing leadership experience as a Sous Chef or above, we'd love to hear from you.
Working with exceptional seafood and fresh, seasonal ingredients, you'll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, teamwork and genuine hospitality. We have both permanent and temporary opportunities available, with a range of contracted hours to suit your lifestyle.
Why join Rick Stein Restaurants?
When you join us, you're joining more than a kitchen—you're becoming part of a team that's passionate about developing people as much as great food.
You'll Enjoy
- Cooking with exceptional, fresh and seasonal ingredients every day.
- Learning from experienced chefs who are committed to sharing their knowledge.
- Clear opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
- A supportive team where respect, collaboration and learning come first.
- Working in one of Cornwall's most iconic coastal destinations.
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The role
No matter your experience, you'll play an important part in delivering the quality our guests know and love.
You'll
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Work closely with your team to deliver smooth, efficient service.
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
- Help create a positive, organised and supportive kitchen environment.
- Continue developing your skills through hands-on experience and training.
- Depending on your level, support and mentor junior members of the kitchen team.
You'll thrive here if you...
- Love cooking and take pride in producing exceptional food.
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen where teamwork matters.
- Stay calm, organised and focused during busy services.
- Want to learn, improve and build a long-term career in hospitality.
- Bring a positive attitude and enjoy helping those around you succeed.
We invest in our people
Many of our chefs have progressed through the business, developing their careers with the support of experienced colleagues and structured training. Whether you're looking to master your craft or take your next step into leadership, we'll help you get there.
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What You'll Receive
- Competitive pay, plus tips.
- Free staff meals while on shift.
- Generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms and Shops.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Clear career progression across our restaurants.
- Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services.
- Extra holiday for long service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years.
- A friendly, inclusive team where you'll feel valued from day one.
Life in Padstow
There's a reason people choose to build their careers here. From stunning coastal scenery to a vibrant food culture, Padstow offers an incredible place to live and work. Whether you're local or considering a move to Cornwall, you'll be joining a welcoming team in one of the UK's most celebrated food destinations.
Ready to join us?
If you're passionate about great food, enjoy working with talented people and want to build a rewarding career with Rick Stein Restaurants, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover where a career with Rick Stein Restaurants could take you.
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