Join The TYF Team
Why join our team at TYF?
Jobs at TYF offer the opportunity to be part of a well-established adventure centre with a strong reputation for quality, professionalism, and people-focused experiences. Based in St Davids on the Pembrokeshire Coast, TYF delivers outdoor activities, training courses, accommodation, and hospitality to a wide range of guests throughout the year.
We’re always interested in hearing from people who are reliable, motivated, and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team. Our vacancies range from outdoor instruction and guiding roles through to hospitality, accommodation, operations, and support positions. Whether you work directly with guests or behind the scenes, every role plays an important part in how TYF operates.
Working at TYF means living and working in one of the UK’s most beautiful coastal environments, with world-class sea kayaking, coasteering, climbing, and surfing on your doorstep. It also means being part of a supportive workplace that values professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude.
We look for people from all backgrounds who take pride in their work, enjoy a social and active working environment, and want to contribute to a business that has been part of the outdoor sector for decades. In return, we offer varied work, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to be part of a respected adventure centre with a strong team culture.
If you’re looking for current TYF vacancies and want to work in a unique coastal setting with a committed and experienced team, we’d love to hear from you.
Available Vacancies
Chef / Cook – 2026 Season
Salary Range: £13.95 to £14.42 per hour
Contract Hours: 40 hrs per week (overtime available and paid at the hourly rate)
Contract Length: March to September 2026
Closing Date: 31st January 2026
Interviews: 7th & 8th February
About the Role
TYF Café is looking for a motivated and skilled Chef to oversee the daily operations of our kitchen in the heart of St Davids. This is a hands-on, seasonal role with the opportunity to transition into a year-round position for the right candidate. You’ll help us deliver high-quality, sustainably sourced food that reflects TYF’s values and commitment to adventure, community, and the environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all day-to-day kitchen operations
- Ensure consistent high-quality food preparation and presentation
- Plan menus and specials using seasonal, local ingredients where possible
- Manage stock levels, ordering, and kitchen budgeting
- Maintain food safety, hygiene standards, and HACCP compliance
- Work closely with café manager to deliver an excellent customer experience
About You:
- Previous experience as a Chef or Senior Cook
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure
- A passion for good food, local produce, and sustainability
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team
- Flexible and reliable, with a positive attitude
- Available to work both weekdays and weekends (occasional evenings)
- Level 3 Food hygiene qualification required
What We Offer:
- Competitive seasonal pay
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to help shape menus and food direction
- Potential for a year-round role
- Staff benefits across TYF’s Adventure and café operations
To apply, send your CV and a cover letter detailing why you would like to work for TYF and how you fit the role to cafe@tyf.com
For more information, please contact Rebecca Carpenter (Hub Manager) at cafe@tyf.com