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British Garden Centres; Stanway; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No evening work

Security of working in a well‑estab l​

Closed holidays

Meal discount 50%

Store discount 20%

Job summary

British Garden Centres is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals per the menu and ensure timely delivery. The role requires following cooking instructions, multitasking in a busy kitchen, and maintaining high standards. Experience in kitchen leadership and allergen management is essential.

We offer a family-run environment with year-round opportunities and employee discounts. The successful candidate will join a well-established team, enjoy a 50% meal discount at BGC restaurants and

Qualifications

• Follow menu instructions to prepare meals.
• Multi-task effectively in a busy kitchen.
• Strong kitchen background and leadership experience.
• Be confident in managing allergens and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the menu with attention to quality and timing.
• Deliver meals in a timely manner to customers or service points.
• Lead and coordinate kitchen activities to maintain efficiency and standards.

Skills

Cooking

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Allergen management

Customer service

Job description

We are looking for skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to the menu. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery.

An excellent Cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.

The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele. Must have a strong background of kitchen work and leadership. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Be confident in managing allergens. Previous coffee shop kitchen experience is desirable.

Rate of pay negotiable, dependent upon skills and experience.

What we offer:

• No evening work, split shifts or unsociable hours, year-round business.
• Security of working in a well-established expanding family business.
• Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Easter Sunday
• 50% meal discount at any BGC restaurant & 20% discount at any BGC store, discount rates available at our Leisure Park.