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Located on the breathtaking west coast of Scotland at Clachan, Cairndow, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd is proud to call one of the country’s most stunning landscapes home. From this beautiful setting we have been supplying our customers with the finest fish and seafood for over 45 years. From our internationally renowned Oyster Bar Restaurant and through the products we sell globally, we pride ourselves on provenance, quality and sustainability.

We are in the envious position where we can enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer; beautiful beaches, views, walks, wildlife and outdoor sports, as well as not being far from Dunoon, Helensburgh, Dumbarton and Glasgow, to enjoy the benefits of a large town or city.

Our team at Cairndow fulfil a wide variety of roles from our restaurant and retail teams, along with administration, sales and support functions. As well as our site in Argyll, we also have Aquaculture sites located on the Isle of Lewis and Cumbria.

If you have a passion for working with sustainably sourced produce and would like to work in a friendly environment, in a great location, then please get in touch.

HR TEAM - CONTACT DETAILS:
Christine Smith, HR Department, Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL, Scotland
E-mail: recruitment@lochfyne.com
Tel: 01499 600462

WHY WORK WITH US?

Be part of a renowned Scottish seafood brand with a global reputation.
Work in one of Scotland's most stunning locations.
Roles to suit every lifestyle; full time, part time, temporary and permanent.
Full training provided - perfect for both experienced staff and newcomers.
Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow.

CURRENT VACANCIES:

SOUS CHEF: Oyster Bar Restaurant
CHEF DE PARTIE: Oyster Bar Restaurant

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Job Title: SOUS CHEF (Oyster Bar Restaurant).
Pay Rate: £16.50 - £17.00 per hour, dependent on experience.
Additional: Plus customer tips - averaging approx £2.00 per hour. Tips are shared between the Restaurant Team.
Contract Type: Permanent position.
Contracted Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week).
Work Shifts: Between Monday to Sunday - No late evenings - No night shifts - No split shifts.
Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport is essential.
Job Location: Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL.

Job Description:

Love seafood? ... Are you passionate about fresh ingredients, coastal flavours, and delivering exceptional dishes with consistency and flair? ... We're looking for a talented SOUS CHEF to join our KITCHEN TEAM, working closely with our Head Chef to deliver unique dining experiences in a well organised and supportive environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Supporting the Head Chef in menu preparation, daily kitchen operations and service.
Cooking and presenting fresh, local fish and seafood dishes.
Leading and motivating the Kitchen Team in the Head Chef's absence.
Ensuring excellent food quality, presentation and consistency.
Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards.
Assisting with stock control, ordering and waste management.
Contributing to menu development with a focus on seasonality and provenance.
Supporting your team and contributing to a positive kitchen culture.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

A skilled and experienced Sous Chef.
Confident and passionate about working with fish and seafood.
Calm under pressure with great organisational skills.
A positive leader who values teamwork and consistency.
Committed to food safety and kitchen best practices.

WHAT WE OFFER:

28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata), increasing with length of service.
Employee App with access to a variety of benefits including retail discounts, private medical advice/GP consultation, legal/money advice, etc.
Company Pension Scheme.
Death In Service (Life Assurance) Scheme.
Cycle To Work Scheme.
Share of customer tips.
Staff discounts.
Staff uniform.
Free on site parking.
Comprehensive training.
Opportunities for progression and development.
Access to our Company training and development portal to support your career growth.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21ST MAY 2026.

RIGHT TO WORK: BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS JOB, YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK AND LIVE LEGALLY IN THE UK.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit your CV to: recruitment@lochfyne.com or contact us for an Application Form. Tel: 01499 600462.

SITE LOCATION: Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL.

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Job Title: CHEF DE PARTIE (Oyster Bar Restaurant).
Pay Rate: £15.00 - £15.50, dependent on experience.
Additional: Plus customer tips - averaging approx £2.00 per hour. Tips are shared between the Restaurant Team.
Contract Type: Permanent position. (Temporary position also available).
Contracted Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week).
Work Shifts: Between Monday to Sunday - No late evenings - No night shifts - No split shifts.
Other Info: Due to our location and the work shifts, your own transport would be beneficial.
Job Location: Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, Clachan, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BL.