Sous Chef

The Ship Inn bustles with life in the summer, transforming to a romantic and cosy snug in the winter. Oozing character and charm, this traditional seaside inn occupies an enviable position right on the water’s edge, overlooking Mousehole’s famous harbour.

You’ll be working in one of West Cornwall’s most beautiful destinations, with a wealth of golden beaches, dramatic coastal walks, and popular attractions on the doorstep.

We’re looking for an Sous Chef/Assistant Head Chef to join our talented kitchen team. Supporting the Head Chef, you’ll help ensure the smooth running of a fast-paced environment, working alongside passionate people and cooking with locally sourced produce to provide experiences that delight our guests. 

About you: 

• Taking the helm when the Head Chef is away, you inspire the Kitchen Team and take pride in overseeing a quality food offering.
• You have a passion for creating culinary delights from quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• You’re a whizz when it comes to product knowledge, adapting to menu changes and specials with ease.
• You are a natural communicator with the ability to forge strong relationships, lead by example, and embody a positive team spirit.
• You know food health and safety regulations like the back of your hand.
• Being commercially minded, you understand budgets and sales targets, and play your part in helping to achieve them.
• Having a wealth of experience in a similar role means you are able to recognise when team members need help and you’ll support where needed.
• You go above and beyond to ensure a consistently high level of service, supporting the full team including Front and Back of House during peak times.
• You take ownership of a specific area of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and playing a key role in the smooth running of the food operation.
• Keeping a watchful eye over customer feedback means you are always adapting to maintain high standards and improve where necessary.

What we will offer you in return: 

The Ship Inn bustles with life in the summer, transforming to a romantic and cosy snug in the winter. Oozing character and charm, this traditional seaside inn occupies an enviable position right on the water’s edge, overlooking Mousehole’s famous harbour.

You’ll be working in one of West Cornwall’s most beautiful destinations, with a wealth of golden beaches, dramatic coastal walks, and popular attractions on the doorstep.

We’re looking for an Sous Chef/Assistant Head Chef to join our talented kitchen team. Supporting the Head Chef, you’ll help ensure the smooth running of a fast-paced environment, working alongside passionate people and cooking with locally sourced produce to provide experiences that delight our guests. 

About you: 

• Taking the helm when the Head Chef is away, you inspire the Kitchen Team and take pride in overseeing a quality food offering.
• You have a passion for creating culinary delights from quality, locally sourced ingredients.
• You’re a whizz when it comes to product knowledge, adapting to menu changes and specials with ease.
• You are a natural communicator with the ability to forge strong relationships, lead by example, and embody a positive team spirit.
• You know food health and safety regulations like the back of your hand.
• Being commercially minded, you understand budgets and sales targets, and play your part in helping to achieve them.
• Having a wealth of experience in a similar role means you are able to recognise when team members need help and you’ll support where needed.
• You go above and beyond to ensure a consistently high level of service, supporting the full team including Front and Back of House during peak times.
• You take ownership of a specific area of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and playing a key role in the smooth running of the food operation.
• Keeping a watchful eye over customer feedback means you are always adapting to maintain high standards and improve where necessary.

What we will offer you in return: