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Further your career in 2022. Join our family of food-led pubs!

January 26, 2022/in Uncategorized/by bardenTB76

We’re recruiting for our two well-regarded pubs, The Tolcarne Inn, Newlyn & The Packet Inn Smokehouse, Rosudgeon.

As we get ourselves organized and ready for what promises to be yet another busy season in West Cornwall, we’re looking for aspirational people to become part of our foodie family.

We’re always keen to hear from people with a passion for food and drink; we have kitchen or front of house, full and part-time positions available. Whether you’re a young person keen to train on the job, or an experienced chef looking for a senior position in a beautiful part of the world, we’d love to talk to you.

We have two sites.

One in Newlyn, The Tolcarne Inn. Here as you might expect, we focus on the bounty of the sea. Offering the very best of the landings at Newlyn Fish Market or direct from day boats (we are licensed to buy direct from the fishermen themselves) this incredible seafood is paired with the freshest seasonal produce, predominantly direct from local growers. Chef Owner Ben Tunnicliffe has been working closely with local farmers, and benefitting from the amazing produce grown throughout the year, for over 20 years here in West Penwith.

The second is a little more inland. At The Packet Inn Smokehouse, as the name suggests, we cook with smoke over charcoal. Focusing on the same very best quality produce, here again seasonality is the watchword. However, at The Packet the setting lends itself towards a meaty menu and so – as well as fresh seafood and locally-grown fruit and veg – we work with premium meat producers like Primrose Herd & Homage to the Bovine.

Our Chef Director Matt Smith and Owner Ben Tunnicliffe oversee both kitchens to guide the cooking in line with our ethos. Our aim is to provide genuine hospitality in the true sense of the word, in relaxed settings, with the highest standard of food and drink. In short the kind of places we enjoy eating at ourselves with friends and family.

We are currently particularly looking for:

Head Chef – The Tolcarne Inn

Food Prep Assistants

Commis Chefs

Chef de Partie

Assistant FOH Manager – The Packet Inn

Floor and Bar Staff

If you fancy a new challenge this year working with great ingredients and aspirational teams in our beautiful West Cornwall settings, get in touch today. Email our Chef Director Ben to get the ball rolling – ben@tolcarneinn.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Seafood menu using the best seasonal local produce. Headed up by renowned Cornish Chef Ben Tunnicliffe.

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Tue to Sun 12-2.30 and 5.30 -8pm

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Phone: 01736 363074
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Newlyn
Penzance
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Magical light in Newlyn today, and a seal casually Magical light in Newlyn today, and a seal casually taking it all in.

A little sea air, then something by the fire at the Tolcarne. Days like these. 💙

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A Little of What You Fancy! Who says you need a s A Little of What You Fancy!

Who says you need a special occasion to enjoy good food?

Sometimes a couple of small plates, a glass of something lovely and good company are all you need.

Our small plates offer a chance to explore different flavours, share a little (or keep your favourites to yourself!) and enjoy the best of our kitchen without committing to a full three-course meal.

Whether you're popping in for a light lunch or settling down for something more substantial, there's always room for a little of what you fancy.

November at Tolcarne Inn

Wednesday – Saturday 
Lunch 12.30–2.30pm | Dinner 5.30–8pm

Come hungry. Or just a little peckish. We'll take care of the rest! 😊

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A little music by the fire… 🎶🔥 Join us at Tolcarn A little music by the fire… 🎶🔥

Join us at Tolcarne for gentle live music with **PENDANS DUO**, Wednesdays from 5pm throughout November and on 2 & 9 December.

Come for a drink, stay for a bite, and let a little music warm your night.

Find Pendans Duo:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pendanspz/
Instagram: @pendansduo — https://www.instagram.com/pendansduo/

Photo courtesy of Pendans Duo’s image library.

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A Little Something by the Fire As November brings A Little Something by the Fire

As November brings shorter days, chilly winds and the occasional Cornish downpour, there's a warm welcome waiting at Tolcarne.

Whether it's a bowl of homemade soup with crusty bread, a few delicious small plates, a homemade cider spritz or a hot chocolate with a cheeky splash of Baileys or Cointreau, there's always a good reason to pop in.

A little or a lot, the choice is yours. No special occasion required!

November Opening Hours
Wednesday – Saturday
Lunch 12.30–2.30pm
Dinner 5.30–8pm

Come in from the cold. The fire's on! 

Photo: Maeve Williamson

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Save room. Trust us. You may think you’re finish Save room. Trust us. 

You may think you’re finished. 
Then the pudding menu arrives. 
There’s always room for one more good decision.

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Quieter days, other jobs… and a few prickly visito Quieter days, other jobs… and a few prickly visitors. 

With a little more time between services, Ben’s been swapping his kitchen tools for window repairs and a paintbrush.

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There’s always something going on behind the scenes at the Tolcarne!

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A plate arrives at the table. Beautifully presented, carefully prepared, and hopefully enjoyed.

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"What does the price of a good meal really cover?"

A little food for thought this weekend.

Read the full article: https://tolcarneinn.co.uk/the-mayonnaise-doesnt-make-itself/

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You don’t need an occasion. Sometimes wanting a You don’t need an occasion. 

Sometimes wanting a really good lunch, opening a bottle and spending a couple of hours over something delicious is reason enough. 
No birthday. No anniversary. No excuse required. 
Just come to Newlyn. We’ll put the glasses out. 

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JUST YOU. YOUR GUESTS. AND US. Ever wondered what JUST YOU. YOUR GUESTS. AND US.

Ever wondered what it would be like to have the Tolcarne to yourselves for an afternoon or evening?

This November, early December and January we're opening our doors on selected Tuesdays for something a little different.

Bring your favourite people and spend some time with Ben. See what's happening in the kitchen, discover what's good that week, ask questions, share a few stories — perhaps even lend a hand.

Then settle around the table and let us look after you.

There'll be a fire burning, a glass of something good, and five courses created by Ben especially for your table. We'll talk beforehand about what you love, what you'd rather avoid and any dietary requirements, so the menu is shaped around your group.

Stay a while. Enjoy another bottle, another story, the warmth of the fire and the company of your favourite people.

No other tables. No rush. Just your people, Ben's cooking and a few lovely hours together.

THE DETAILS

• Exclusively for groups of 6–12 guests.

• £150 per person, including five courses and a welcome drink.

• Your menu will be discussed and agreed with Ben in advance, subject to seasonal availability.

• Wine and other drinks are charged separately.

• Selected Tuesdays throughout November and into early December and January.

• Lunch finishes by 6pm; dinner by 11pm.

• No service charge.

• Our standard cancellation terms and conditions apply.

Whether it's a birthday, a gathering of old friends, family visiting, or simply the pleasure of doing something different together, we'd love to welcome you.

Interested?

Call us on 01736 363074 or email: enquiries@tolcarneinn.co.uk to discuss your group and preferred date.
The menu starts with what’s good. What’s landed, The menu starts with what’s good. 

What’s landed, what’s in season, what catches our eye — then we decide what to do with it. 
It means the menu moves with the ingredients, rather than asking the ingredients to fit the menu. 
That’s how we like to cook at the Tolcarne.

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Come to Newlyn hungry. We’ll take care of the re Come to Newlyn hungry. 

We’ll take care of the rest. 
What’s good from the boats, what’s in season, and what we want to cook. That’s pretty much how the menu starts. 
No need to wait for an occasion. Just come and eat.

#TolcarneInn #Newlyn #NewlynHarbour #WestCornwall #CornwallFood #CornishSeafood #SeafoodRestaurant #EatCornwall #VisitCornwall #Penzance
October in Newlyn The days may be getting shorte October in Newlyn 

The days may be getting shorter, but there’s still plenty coming through the harbour and into Ben’s kitchen.
Come and join us for lunch or dinner — good fish, a glass of something you fancy and a warm welcome at the Tolcarne.

Tuesday–Saturday
Lunch 12–2.30pm | Dinner 5.30–8pm

Book a table, or just pop in and see what’s on the menu.

#TolcarneInn #Newlyn #Cornwall #WestCornwall #CornishFood #CornishSeafood #SeafoodRestaurant #EatCornwall #VisitCornwall #Penzance
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