Chef
Pete Murt
- Discipline
- Chef
- Based in
- Fürstenfeldbruck, Germany
i. Biography
Coming Up
A progression from section work to head-chef responsibility runs through Pete Murt’s career, with each kitchen adding another layer of control, timing, and discipline. He began as chef de partie at Hibiscus, where the demands of service would have set a standard for speed and accuracy. He later became Head Chef at Rick Stein Sandbanks, a move that marked a clear step into leadership. He is now Head Chef of The Seafood Restaurant, where the remit calls for the same steadiness, carried without fuss.
Where They Are Now
At The Seafood Restaurant, the cooking is built around precision, consistency, and Cornwall’s best ingredients. The approach is restrained and direct: each component has a function, and nothing is left to drift for effect. The work reads as technique made habitual, with repetition doing the heavy lifting and the plate kept under tight control. Braised brill with slivers of potato and truffle gives the clearest read on that method. Named as Pete Murt’s favourite dish at the restaurant, it keeps the fish at the centre and uses the rest of the plate as support. The potato comes in slivers, the truffle in a measured role, and the result is a composition that values balance and clarity over ornament. The career path also traces a line through the places that shaped the work. Hibiscus in London established the pace and structure of section service. St Petroc’s Bistro connects to Cornwall and its seafood-led context. Rick Stein Sandbanks marks the head-chef step before Padstow, and The Seafood Restaurant carries that progression into its current form. The result is a career built through movement, but held together by the same demands: discipline, consistency, and control.
Signature
Pete's signature dishes include braised brill with slivers of potato and truffle.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Pete
What is Pete Murt's current role?
As of 2026, Pete Murt is Head Chef.
Where did Pete Murt work before?
Pete Murt's earlier career included Hibiscus and Rick Stein Sandbanks.
What is Pete Murt known for?
Defined by precision, consistency, and a respect for Cornwall’s finest ingredients.
