Fishmonger/Counter Chef – unique concept – £27k+ package – Gloucester/Forest of Dean Gloucestershire

Award winning, artisan operator, producing and supplying quality, fresh, sustainable produce to many of the worlds leading restaurants and resorts are now seeking to further strengthen this passionate and dedicated team with an experienced, highly professional and commercially aware Fishmonger.

Creativity and attention to detail are key traits in this brigade, and everyone involved in the process from the production line to the deli counter to the fine dining restaurant work as one coherent unit.

The Fishmongers primary duties will be:

• To oversee the smooth running of the fresh fish, cured fish and shellfish counters;
• To prepare all the fresh fish for the counters, café, restaurant and delicatessen;
• To prepare shellfish e.g. dressed crab, lobster, shucked oysters, etc.;
• To carve cured fish for the fish bar;
• To engage with the customers in a friendly and polite manner and offer advice on cooking suggestions;
• To source suitable innovative products, maintain supplier relationships, and cost-effective ordering on the fish counters;
• To maintain the gross profit margin;
• To support the Head Chef in the preparation and delivery of culinary excellence of the menus for the delicatessen counters, café and restaurant;
• To be involved with menu and recipe development;
• To liaise with the Kitchen and Front of House staff to promote and ensure the smooth running of the fish counters;
• To work in a responsible, safe and professional manner at all times;

We are looking for candidates who want to secure a long-term career in a close knit, supportive team, who are prepared to work flexible hours, shift patterns and days depending on the needs of this family based business.

In return, this fabulous independent company can offer a competitive salary, no split-shifts, 20% discount in the delicatessen, café, restaurant and retail outlet, training and development and lots of opportunity for career progression.