Pub Chefs – All Levels

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A kitchen where you can grow.

Earn a great salary, plus tips.

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we believe great pub food starts with quality ingredients, skilled chefs and kitchens that work together to deliver every service with care, consistency and pride.

At The Cornish Arms, we're looking for chefs of all levels to join our talented kitchen team, including Pizza Chefs. Whether you're just starting your culinary career, looking for your next step, or bringing years of experience, we have opportunities to suit you.

We offer both permanent and temporary positions, with a range of contracted hours available, giving you the flexibility to find the role that's right for you.

If you're passionate about great food, enjoy working in a busy kitchen and want to be part of a team that supports, develops and celebrates its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

The Cornish Arms is a traditional Cornish pub with a modern approach to food. Our menus celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients, classic pub favourites and handcrafted pizzas, all prepared with the same commitment to quality that guests expect from Rick Stein Restaurants.

No matter your level of experience, you'll be surrounded by chefs who are passionate about what they do. We believe the best kitchens are built on teamwork, respect and a willingness to learn from one another. Whether you're mastering the basics or leading a service, we'll support your development every step of the way.

What you'll be doing

Your responsibilities will vary depending on your experience and role, but could include:

• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal pub dishes and handcrafted pizzas to the highest standards
• Working across different sections of the kitchen, developing your skills and knowledge
• Supporting smooth, organised services by working collaboratively with the wider kitchen team
• Preparing fresh ingredients with care and maintaining consistency throughout every service
• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation
• Assisting with stock rotation, food preparation and reducing waste
• Supporting, coaching and encouraging junior chefs where appropriate
• Bringing a positive attitude, strong teamwork and pride to every shift

What we're looking for

We're looking for people who love cooking, enjoy being part of a team and take pride in producing consistently great food.

Whether you're applying as a Commis Chef, Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Head Chef or Pizza Chef, you'll ideally have:

• Experience in a professional kitchen appropriate to your level
• A genuine passion for quality food and fresh ingredients
• Pizza-making experience for Pizza Chef roles, although chefs with broader kitchen experience are equally encouraged to apply
• A calm, organised approach and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and pride in every dish you prepare
• A positive attitude, excellent work ethic and willingness to support your team
• A desire to keep learning, developing and progressing your career

Most importantly, we're looking for people who care about what they do and enjoy creating great food as part of a supportive team.

What you'll get

We know that great people deserve great opportunities, so we'll give you the support, training and experience to help you build a rewarding career with us.

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals, plus generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms and Shops
• Ongoing training and development, helping you build your culinary skills and progress your career
• Clear career progression across our pubs, restaurants and wider hospitality group
• The opportunity to work with fresh, quality ingredients in a busy, welcoming kitchen
• A supportive, inclusive culture where teamwork and respect come first
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts across hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel and more

Why Rick Stein Restaurants?

For over 50 years, we've built our reputation on exceptional food, quality ingredients and genuine hospitality. Behind every great meal is a great team, and we're committed to creating kitchens where chefs at every stage of their career can learn, develop and succeed.

Whether you're taking your first step into hospitality, perfecting your craft or leading a kitchen, you'll find opportunities to grow with us.

If you're ready to cook with quality ingredients, work alongside passionate people and build your career with Rick Stein Restaurants, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at The Cornish Arms.

Rick Stein Jobs & Careers | Harri

Pub Chefs – All Levels

Great food. Genuine hospitality. A kitchen where you can grow.

Earn a great salary, plus tips.

At Rick Stein Restaurants, we believe great pub food starts with quality ingredients, skilled chefs and kitchens that work together to deliver every service with care, consistency and pride.

At The Cornish Arms, we're looking for chefs of all levels to join our talented kitchen team, including Pizza Chefs. Whether you're just starting your culinary career, looking for your next step, or bringing years of experience, we have opportunities to suit you.

We offer both permanent and temporary positions, with a range of contracted hours available, giving you the flexibility to find the role that's right for you.

If you're passionate about great food, enjoy working in a busy kitchen and want to be part of a team that supports, develops and celebrates its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

The Cornish Arms is a traditional Cornish pub with a modern approach to food. Our menus celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients, classic pub favourites and handcrafted pizzas, all prepared with the same commitment to quality that guests expect from Rick Stein Restaurants.

No matter your level of experience, you'll be surrounded by chefs who are passionate about what they do. We believe the best kitchens are built on teamwork, respect and a willingness to learn from one another. Whether you're mastering the basics or leading a service, we'll support your development every step of the way.

What you'll be doing

Your responsibilities will vary depending on your experience and role, but could include:

• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal pub dishes and handcrafted pizzas to the highest standards
• Working across different sections of the kitchen, developing your skills and knowledge
• Supporting smooth, organised services by working collaboratively with the wider kitchen team
• Preparing fresh ingredients with care and maintaining consistency throughout every service
• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation
• Assisting with stock rotation, food preparation and reducing waste
• Supporting, coaching and encouraging junior chefs where appropriate
• Bringing a positive attitude, strong teamwork and pride to every shift

What we're looking for

We're looking for people who love cooking, enjoy being part of a team and take pride in producing consistently great food.

Whether you're applying as a Commis Chef, Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Head Chef or Pizza Chef, you'll ideally have:

• Experience in a professional kitchen appropriate to your level
• A genuine passion for quality food and fresh ingredients
• Pizza-making experience for Pizza Chef roles, although chefs with broader kitchen experience are equally encouraged to apply
• A calm, organised approach and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and pride in every dish you prepare
• A positive attitude, excellent work ethic and willingness to support your team
• A desire to keep learning, developing and progressing your career

Most importantly, we're looking for people who care about what they do and enjoy creating great food as part of a supportive team.

What you'll get

We know that great people deserve great opportunities, so we'll give you the support, training and experience to help you build a rewarding career with us.

• Competitive pay plus tips
• Free staff meals, plus generous discounts across Rick Stein Restaurants, Rooms and Shops
• Ongoing training and development, helping you build your culinary skills and progress your career
• Clear career progression across our pubs, restaurants and wider hospitality group
• The opportunity to work with fresh, quality ingredients in a busy, welcoming kitchen
• A supportive, inclusive culture where teamwork and respect come first
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service – up to 5 additional days after 5 years
• Access to discounts across hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel and more

Why Rick Stein Restaurants?

For over 50 years, we've built our reputation on exceptional food, quality ingredients and genuine hospitality. Behind every great meal is a great team, and we're committed to creating kitchens where chefs at every stage of their career can learn, develop and succeed.

Whether you're taking your first step into hospitality, perfecting your craft or leading a kitchen, you'll find opportunities to grow with us.

If you're ready to cook with quality ingredients, work alongside passionate people and build your career with Rick Stein Restaurants, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at The Cornish Arms.

Rick Stein Jobs & Careers | Harri