Chef - The Bear Newton Abbot

Sous Chef – The Bear, Newton Abbot

£13 – £15 per hour | Full Time or Part time

About Us

The Bear is a lively, family run activity bar and restaurant located in the heart of Newton Abbot. We offer a unique social experience where great food, drinks, and entertainment come together.

Our venue combines a vibrant bar and restaurant space with a spacious beer garden and a range of interactive games including beer pong, cornhole, darts, football pool, mini golf beer pign with axe throwing and karaoke on the way creating a fun and energetic atmosphere for our guests.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate and reliable chef to help run the kitchen at The Bear.

You’ll be responsible for managing the day to day kitchen operations while ensuring the food offering supports the fun, social atmosphere that The Bear is known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining consistency and quality across the menu
• Managing stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Ensuring smooth service during busy periods, including brunch services
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards
• Managing food GP and minimising waste
• Supporting menu development and specials where appropriate
• Working closely with management to ensure the kitchen runs efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage stock, ordering, and kitchen costs
• Someone who takes pride in delivering consistent, good-quality food
• Level 2 Food Hygiene (minimum)

What We Offer

• £13- £15 depending on experience
• A supportive family run working environment
• Creative input into specials and menu ideas
• Staff food and drink discounts
• The chance to be part of a unique hospitality venue in Newton Abbot

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated chef looking to lead a kitchen in a fun, fast-paced venue, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and a short message telling us about your experience.

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person