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We're Hiring: Chef/Cook (Full-Time) | Garden Centre Restaurant
Hours: 37.5

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.

About the Role:
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Chef/Cook to support our kitchen team in delivering high-quality dishes in a fast-paced but relaxed setting. You’ll be preparing a varied menu using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and contributing to daily specials and menu planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard, consistently and efficiently

  • Work closely with the Head Chef, Senior Chef and Front of House to ensure smooth service

  • Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards at all times

  • Work both stations (Hot & Cold)

  • Baking

  • Ability to work the pass

  • Assist in stock control, ordering, and minimizing waste

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven cooking experience in a restaurant, café, bistro, or similar kitchen (minimum 1–2 years)

  • A team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude

  • Ability to manage prep and service for high volumes (up to 150 covers)

  • Food hygiene certification (Level 2 or above preferred)

  • Passion for quality, presentation, and seasonal ingredients

What We Offer:

  • Daytime hours – no late nights!

  • Supportive, close-knit team environment

  • Opportunities for progression and development

  • Staff discounts across the garden centre

  • Free on-site parking

Ready to bring your skills to a beautiful, green setting where your food can shine?

Rota:

Monday - OFF

Tuesday - Friday 8am - 4pm

Alternate Weekends (one weekend off, one weekend on)

Saturday 8-4pm

Sunday 8:30-4pm

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

 

  • Tips

 

Benefits:

 

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

  • Store discount

 

Schedule:

 

  • 8 hour shift

  • Day shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • Weekend availability

 

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 26/05/2025

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Email us on hwlaylocks@outlook.com

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Garden Centre Opening Times
Mon - Sat      9am - 5:30pm
Sunday          10 - 4pm
Restaurant Opening Times
Mon -  Sat        9am - 4:30pm
Sunday            10am -4:00pm
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