Seasonal Chef (Oct-Jan)
Do you have a passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and a calm, creative kitchen environment? Want a work life balance? No evening work & alternate weekend working. Join our friendly team at Laylocks Garden Centre, where our restaurant serves delicious home-cooked meals, cakes, and light bites.
Job Description
Seasonal Chef - Temporary (Oct-Jan)
Laylocks Garden Centre – Restaurant
Tuesday–Friday: 9am–4pm
Alternate Weekends: Saturday 8am–4pm, Sunday 8:30am–4pm
Day off: Monday
We’re hiring a Seasonal Chef to support our busy kitchen team over the Christmas period.
This is a temporary role to help maintain smooth kitchen operations and service during one of our busiest times of the year.
Key Responsibilities
Tuesday–Friday (9am–4pm):
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Assist the kitchen team with prep and service
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Support food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
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Work under the direction of senior chefs
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Alternate Weekends:
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Lead the kitchen during service (Saturday 8am–4pm, Sunday 8:30am–4pm)
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Oversee food prep, cooking, plating, and service
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Ensure quality and consistency
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Manage the kitchen in the absence of the head chef
Contract Details
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Temporary seasonal cover (Oct–Jan)
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Fixed shift pattern with alternate weekends
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No split shifts
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Monday off every week
Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience in a professional kitchen
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Confident running a small kitchen during busy periods
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Comfortable working solo or as part of a team
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Reliable, organised, and calm under pressure
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Food hygiene certificate is a plus
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 2 months
Work Location: In person
Sounds like the right job for you? Send your CV to hwlaylocks@outlook.com