Carvery Chef - Part Time, Creative Kitchen Role

British Garden Centres; Hitchin; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No evenings/unsociable hours

Family business security

Negotiable pay rate

Closed holidays

50% meal discount

20% store discount

Job summary

British Garden Centres is seeking a part‑time chef to join our kitchen at Hitchin. You will prepare and serve carvery meals, manage deliveries, and ensure dishes are produced quickly to a high standard. The role requires flexibility with weekends and a strong focus on hygiene and safety.

The ideal candidate has carvery experience, can multitask in a busy kitchen, and is reliable and professional. We offer a supportive family‑run environment with a 20‑hour week, weekend flexibility, and staff

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a busy kitchen.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to manage multiple orders and stay calm under pressure.
• Creative with dishes while following specs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving on the carvery.
• Taking deliveries and food preparation.
• Producing specials and presenting high‑quality dishes.
• Monitor portion sizes and minimise waste.

Skills

Busy kitchen experience

Carvery cooking

HACCP knowledge

Multitasking

Time management

Calm under pressure

Food hygiene level 2

Professionalism

Job description

British Garden Centres is seeking a part‑time chef to join our kitchen at Hitchin. You will prepare and serve carvery meals, manage deliveries, and ensure dishes are produced quickly to a high standard. The role requires flexibility with weekends and a strong focus on hygiene and safety.

The ideal candidate has carvery experience, can multitask in a busy kitchen, and is reliable and professional. We offer a supportive family‑run environment with a 20‑hour week, weekend flexibility, and staff