Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Oyster Bar Restaurant

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Love seafood? Passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours, and creating exceptional dishes with consistency and flair?

At Loch Fyne Oyster Bar , were looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. Working closely with our Head Chef, youll play a key role in delivering memorable dining experiences in a well-organised, supportive, and inspiring environment.

The Role
Position: Sous Chef
Pay: £34,320 - £35,360 per annum (depending on experience) ... paid weekly
Tips: £2.00 per hour on average (shared across the restaurant team)
Contract: Permanent, full time (40 hours)
Shifts: Monday to Sunday (rota basis) ... no late evenings - no split shifts - no night shifts
Accommodation: Shared, subsidised accommodation available
Logistics: Due to location and shift patterns, own transport is essential

Why Join Us?
Located on the breathtaking west coast of Scotland, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd is set in one of the countrys most stunning landscapes. Our award-winning Oyster Bar is renowned for showcasing the very best sustainable seafood from Argyll.
This is more than just a job - its a chance to:
Work with exceptional, locally sourced produce
Be part of a warm, collaborative team
Enjoy a healthier work-life balance in hospitality
Grow your skills in a respected, high-quality kitchen

What Youll Be Doing
Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations and service
Preparing and presenting high-quality seafood dishes
Leading the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence
Maintaining exceptional standards of food quality and consistency
Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
Assisting with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
Contributing ideas to seasonal menu development
Helping build a positive, motivated kitchen culture

What Were Looking For
Experienced Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up
Passion for fish and seafood
Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure
A supportive team player with leadership skills
Strong commitment to quality, consistency, and best practice

What We Offer
28 days holiday xwzovoh (pro-rata), increasing with service
Company pension scheme
Life assurance (Death in Service)
Cycle to Work scheme
Share of customer tips
Staff discounts
Free on-site parking
Uniform provided
Access to employee benefits app (including retail discounts, financial/legal advice, GP access)
Comprehensive training and ongoing development
Real opportunities for progression within the business

Apply Now - Closing Date: 18 th June 2026

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You must have the right to live and work in the UK

Location: Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll (Head of Loch Fyne)
45 mins from Dunoon
50 mins from Helensburgh
1 hour from Dumbarton
1.5 hours from Glasgow