Chef/ Cook
Full Time 35 Hours – Including Weekends
We are looking for a Cook who has a passion and flair for the restaurant and catering industry. This is a very hands-on role and as such you will need to be proactive, highly motivated, organised and results driven with good communication skills. You will be working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Experience in a similar role in a similar environment is essential. A good working knowledge of till systems is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.
The successful candidates must be able to cover shifts and be able to adapt to both kitchen and front of house when needed. As a family run business, we understand the importance of work/ life balance so our working hours for chefs mean no evening work or split shifts are required.
Duties include:
• Prepare, cook and present food quickly and efficiently to a high standard
• Work safely around the kitchen equipment
• Maintain accurate food ordering and stock levels
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean, hygienic and tidy at all times
• Monitor portion size and waste
Skills needed:
• Experience of working in a busy kitchen
• Thorough understanding of allergens and food safety
• Hands on cooking
• Excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a team
• Creative at making dishes but also able to work to specs
• Baking cakes and other home bakes would be an advantage
• Knowledge of HACCP
• Able to manage multiple orders
• Professionalism and reliability
• Remains calm under pressure
• Good time management
• Level 2 basic food hygiene
What we offer:
Benefits include onsite car parking and staff discount at our Garden Centres and Restaurants as well as the Woodthorpe Leisure Park. If you would like to join our family run business and bring your ideas and talents to our fast growing company and forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter to: Jill Daelman, Restaurant Manager at jdaelman@britishgardencentres.com
Applications close – Friday 22nd August 2025
Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application is successful.
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