Chef – Thetford Garden Centre
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our busy team at Thetford Garden Centre. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' professional cooking experience and be committed to preparing high quality food while maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and cooking meals to a consistently high standard.
- Assisting with menu preparation and daily specials.
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
- Managing stock rotation and helping to minimise waste.
- Ensuring efficient kitchen operations during busy service periods.
- Working collaboratively with the Front of House team to deliver an excellent customer experience.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef or Cook in a professional kitchen.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
- Availability to work alternate weekends.
- Daytime shifts only – no evening work required.
- Pizza making (wood-fired) experience is an advantage but not necessary
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.41 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- professional cooking: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
