Rockfish, led by Mitch Tonks, founder and CEO of the unique seafood business that
catches, processes and serves local seafood at 10 locations in the Southwest.
With a 25-year career in seafood as a chef, restauranteur and fishmonger Mitch
is one of the leading, credible voices in seafood in the UK.
We’re a Top 50 Best Company to Work For in the UK,
serving MSC-certified sustainable seafood landed fresh daily from
Brixham Fish Market. If you're a talented chef with a passion
for leadership, sustainability, and career progression, this is an
incredible opportunity to grow with us.
- Your Role as Chef de Partie, Work with the best seafood, preparing high-quality dishes
- Take responsibility for your section, ensuring consistency & excellence
- Support and train junior chefs, setting the standard for quality
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced, well-organised kitchen
- Collaborate with the team to deliver outstanding service
Career Progression – Grow with Rockfish!At Rockfish, we invest in our chefs and love to promote from within! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or take the next step, we offer:
- Structured development from Chef de Partie - Junior Sous - Sous Chef - Head Chef
- One-on-one coaching & mentorship from experienced chefs
- Professional training in seafood, wine, and food safety
- Opportunities to open other restaurants and new ones as we grow
What’s in It for You?- Competitive Pay + Weekly Tips via Tip Jar
- Perks & Benefits:
- 50% off dining at all Rockfish locations
- Access to Rockfish paddleboards on breaks!
- Referral bonuses & fun competitions with prizes
- Health & Wellbeing:
- 24/7 support (counselling, financial, legal)
- Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day OFF!
- 28 days holiday (pro-rata) + your birthday off
- 4-week paid sabbatical after 10 years
Join a Team That Supports Your Growth!