The Opportunity: Help Us Build the "Gold Standard"
Sushea is a vibrant, Australian-influenced Sushi and Asian Fusion restaurant in the heart of Newquay, built on a foundation of fresh, high-quality ingredients and healthy alternatives to fast food.
Having recently completed a major kitchen refit with high-spec equipment, we are entering our most exciting phase. As our business evolves, we are seeking a dedicated, ambitious Chef to join our team. If you take massive pride in your craft and want to be a foundational part of a kitchen with serious expansion plans, this is your canvas.
The Mission: Consistency & Creativity
For Sushea to grow, our Newquay kitchen must remain the "Master Template." We are looking for a chef who understands that consistency is the soul of a brand, but who also possesses the culinary spark to help us innovate.
- The Blueprint for Success: Every process must be definitive. You will ensure that every plate leaving the pass meets our "freshly made" ethos, maintaining immaculate quality even under high pressure.
- Off-Season Expansion & Specialty Nights: Excitingly, thanks to a recent redesign and increased seating capacity, we will now be opening through the off-season this year. To keep things fresh and engaging for our local community, we are launching exclusive specialty nights and unique events—giving you the perfect platform to showcase your skills and get creative.
- Kitchen Stewardship: You will treat our newly refitted kitchen with the utmost respect, maintaining high standards of organisation, cleanliness, and equipment care.
The Journey: Growth & Loyalty
This is more than a job; it is an invitation to grow with a brand from the ground up.
- Commitment & Reward: We value integrity, work ethic, and loyalty above all else. We are looking for a professional who is hungry to stay for the long haul and help us build something special.
- Career Progression: As the business grows, the opportunities for you to scale are immense. We look after our staff, and we want to take our most committed people with us into future leadership roles as we expand.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook high-quality sushi and Asian fusion dishes to exact menu standards.
- Contribute creative ideas and execute dishes for our upcoming off-season specialty nights.
- Maintain a "Gold Standard" of consistency, ensuring the 100th plate is as perfect as the first.
- Manage daily kitchen workflows, ensuring strict adherence to inventory control and food safety.
- Foster a culture of mutual respect, consistency, and professional excellence in the kitchen.
Requirements
- Proven Experience: A strong, reliable background as a Chef or Cook (experience with sushi or Asian fusion is a massive plus, but a great work ethic and willingness to learn are vital).
- Ownership Mindset: Someone who takes personal pride in the kitchen’s success, cleanliness, and the equipment’s condition.
- Adaptability: Excited by the prospect of busy summer rushes as well as shaping a vibrant, event-driven off-season.
- Reliability: A track record of professional consistency and commitment in previous roles.
Why Join Sushea?
- A Brand New Environment: Work in a premium, recently refitted kitchen with top-tier equipment.
- Year-Round Security: Continuous employment through the off-season, moving away from the typical seasonal hospitality cycle.
- Creative Input: A rare opportunity to help design and run bespoke specialty nights.
- Supportive Ownership: We deeply value our team, offering a respectful, structured, and driven workplace culture.
If you have the skill, the respect for the craft, and the hunger to be part of a growing brand, we invite you to apply and join us on this journey.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
