Love seafood? Passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours, and creating exceptional dishes with consistency and flair?
At the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar , we're looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. Working closely with our Head Chef, you'll 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-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 country's most stunning landscapes. Our awardwinning Oyster Bar is renowned for showcasing the very best sustainable seafood from Argyll.
This is more than just a job - it's 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 You'll 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 Chef's 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 We're 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 (pro-rata), increasing with service
Employee benefits platform with access to: retail discounts, financial/legal advice, GP and wellbeing support
Company pension scheme
Life assurance cover (death in service)
Cycle to Work scheme
Share of customer tips
Staff discounts
Free on-site parking
Uniform provided
Comprehensive training and ongoing development
Real opportunities for progression within the business
Apply Now - Closing Date: 10th July 2026
Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the UK . Unfortunately, we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this position.
Apply online or contact our HR team:
Tel: View phone number on api.occupop.com
Email: View email address on api.occupop.com
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
£35k per annum
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