Lead Kitchen Cook – Fresh, Timely Dishes, Kitchen Leader

British Garden Centres

Stirchley

On-site

GBP 12,000 - 15,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Meal discount
Store discount

Job summary

British Garden Centres is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare meals according to the menu and ensure timely delivery that delights customers. The role involves kitchen leadership, organising tasks, and maintaining high hygiene standards while managing allergens in a busy environment.

As a long-established family business expanding its footprint, we offer a stable workplace with year-round operations. The role trades on skills, experience, and the ability to work collaboratively in a café or

Qualifications

  • An excellent Cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals.
  • Experience in moving around a kitchen and multi-tasking is essential.
  • Strong background in kitchen work and leadership is required.
  • Must be able to manage allergens and maintain high hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare meals according to the menu and ensure timely delivery to customers.
  • Lead and coordinate kitchen activities to maintain smooth operations.
  • Maintain clean and compliant kitchen areas and monitor allergen controls.

Skills

Cooking
Leadership
Organisational skills
Communication

Job description

British Garden Centres is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare meals according to the menu and ensure timely delivery that delights customers. The role involves kitchen leadership, organising tasks, and maintaining high hygiene standards while managing allergens in a busy environment.

As a long-established family business expanding its footprint, we offer a stable workplace with year-round operations. The role trades on skills, experience, and the ability to work collaboratively in a café or

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