Creative Chef in Busy Kitchen | Flexible Weekends & Growth

British Garden Centres; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run garden center business in Kings Langley is seeking a skilled Chef for a full-time role. You will prepare delicious meals, manage a busy kitchen, and have the freedom to create specials. The position offers flexible weekend work and a negotiable salary based on skills and experience. Join a supportive team environment with no late hours, excellent meal discounts, and a focus on skill development.

Benefits

50% meal discount at any BGC restaurant

20% discount at any BGC store

No evening work, split shifts or unsociable hours

Security of a well-established business

Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Easter Sunday

Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals.
• Flexible with weekends and able to do over time.
• Passionate about cooking and creating new ideas.

Responsibilities

• The taking of deliveries.
• Food preparation.
• Producing specials.
• Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard.
• Monitor portion size and waste.

Skills

Experience of working in a busy kitchen

Creative at making dishes but also able to work to specs

Experience of cooking carvery

Knowledge of HACCP

Able to manage multiple orders

Professionalism and reliability

Remain calm under pressure

Good time management

Level 2 basic food hygiene

Job description

A family-run garden center business in Kings Langley is seeking a skilled Chef for a full-time role. You will prepare delicious meals, manage a busy kitchen, and have the freedom to create specials. The position offers flexible weekend work and a negotiable salary based on skills and experience. Join a supportive team environment with no late hours, excellent meal discounts, and a focus on skill development.