Chef – Daytime Hours Only

CV Locator; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

30% staff discount

Discounted meals while working

Company pension

Excellent work-life balance

Job summary

CV Locator is seeking a Chef de Partie for its Garden Centre Restaurant near Cranleigh. The role offers 40 hours a week, typically 8am to 5pm, with alternate weekends off and a strong work-life balance.

The position pays £28,080 per year and involves preparing fresh breakfasts and lunches in a busy, customer-focused kitchen. You'll join a supportive team, enjoy uniform provided, on-site parking, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Line Chef, Cook or similar chef position.
• Reliable and capable of working independently when required.
• Passion for fresh food and delivering consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate dishes as Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of quality and hygiene in line with restaurant procedures.

Job description

8am - 5pm | Every Other Weekend Off | Excellent Work-Life Balance

A fantastic Chef de Partie job near Cranleigh, paying £28,080 per year, is available for a thriving Garden Centre Restaurant.

If you love being a Chef de Partie but dislike the unsociable hours often associated with hospitality, this could be the ideal opportunity. With a latest finish of 5pm (often earlier) and alternate weekends off, you'll enjoy a genuine work-life balance while continuing to cook fresh food in a busy and rewarding environment.

• Salary of £28,080 (£13.50 per hour equivalent)
• 40 hours per week across 5 days
• Shifts between 8am earliest start and 5pm latest finish
• Straight shifts only
• Usually only required to work alternate weekends
• Fresh food Garden Centre Restaurant serving breakfasts, lunches and homemade baked products
• Free on-site parking
• Uniform provided
• 30% staff discount throughout the centre
• Discounted meals while working
• Company pension scheme
• Supportive and friendly working environment

About the Company

This isn't just a role offering fantastic hours. The restaurant sits at the heart of a well-established Garden Centre and is a key reason customers return time and again.

As a Chef de Partie, you'll be part of a passionate kitchen team producing quality breakfast and lunch dishes alongside freshly baked goods. Working with fresh ingredients in a positive and customer-focused environment, you'll play an important role in maintaining the high standards that keep guests coming back.

Ideal Experience:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Line Chef, Cook or similar chef position
• Reliable and capable of working independently when required
• Passion for fresh food and delivering consistent quality
• Due to the location, access to your own transport may be beneficial