Head Chef - Creative Kitchen Leader (No Evenings)

British Garden Centres; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% meal discount

Discounts at BGC stores

No evening shifts

Job summary

British Garden Centres in Osterley is seeking a Head Chef with flair to lead our Catering Team. You will create menus, manage food ordering, stock control, and ensure high standards of quality and nutrition for guests.

The role includes staff training, coaching, and maintaining kitchen policies. We offer a stable, year-round business with no evening work and meal discounts. Experience in a similar role and HACCP knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience running a busy kitchen with high standards.
• Ability to design menus and order supplies to spec.
• Strong HACCP knowledge and food safety practices.
• Capability to coach and develop kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Management duties for the kitchen operations.
• Coach and develop the kitchen team.
• Push sales and optimize deliveries and stock.
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals.
• Monitor portion sizes and reduce waste.
• Produce daily specials and maintain standards.

Skills

Kitchen management

Menu development

Stock control

Food safety HACCP

Team coaching

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Job description

British Garden Centres in Osterley is seeking a Head Chef with flair to lead our Catering Team. You will create menus, manage food ordering, stock control, and ensure high standards of quality and nutrition for guests.

The role includes staff training, coaching, and maintaining kitchen policies. We offer a stable, year-round business with no evening work and meal discounts. Experience in a similar role and HACCP knowledge are essential.