Chef Jobs in Plymouth — Visa Sponsorship
Chef jobs in Plymouth from UK Home Office-licensed visa sponsors. Filter by Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker route, salary above £41,700, and live job openings.
Chef role at a glance
Plymouth as a sponsor location
Devonport Dockyard (Europe's largest naval base) and Babcock create specialist engineering sponsorship. Plymouth Sound is Britain's natural deep-water port.
Rents ~45% below London. 3h train to London. Exeter Airport ~1h.
Frequently asked questions
Are there Chef jobs with visa sponsorship in Plymouth?
Yes. Plymouth-based UK Home Office sponsors regularly recruit chefs on the Skilled Worker visa. Active sponsors include Hotel groups, Fine dining restaurants, Pub chains with food.
What salary do chefs in Plymouth need to earn for a Skilled Worker visa?
The 2026 minimum is £41,700 per year for the general Skilled Worker route, or the SOC code going rate, whichever is higher. Typical Chef salary in the UK: £30,000 – £55,000. Health and Care Worker visa minimum is £25,000.
Which Plymouth employers sponsor chef roles?
Plymouth's top sponsors hiring across roles include University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, University of Plymouth, Babcock International (Devonport Dockyard), Royal Navy / MoD.
What sectors hire chefs in Plymouth?
Plymouth's strongest sectors are Royal Navy / Defence, Marine Engineering, Healthcare / NHS.