Chef - MorePeople : Job Details

Chef | Garden Centre | Surrey

Salary: £30,000 - £31,000

We're on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Full-Time Chef to join our client's restaurant team. This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a lively, welcoming environment that values high-quality food, teamwork, and a healthy work-life balance.

Why This Role Is a Great Fit

We understand how important it is to balance your job with your personal life, and this position is designed with that in mind:

No Evening Shifts: Enjoy your evenings - no late nights required.Family-Friendly Holidays: Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day so you can spend quality time at home.Excellent Benefits Package: Includes lifestyle and retail discounts, health cash plans, and generous staff discounts.Free On-Site Parking: Making the journey to work easy and stress-free.Ample Time Off: A full-time, permanent role with a strong focus on well-being.

Who We're Looking For

We're searching for a chef who brings enthusiasm, creativity, and reliability to the kitchen. If you love working with fresh ingredients and take pride in delivering great food, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Key Responsibilities

Cooking and preparing fresh dishes to order with consistent high standards.Assisting with stock control and helping to minimise waste.Maintaining top-tier food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.Working closely with the team to ensure smooth service.Closing down the kitchen at the end of the day and preparing for the next shift.

What You'll Bring

You're not just looking for any chef role - you want to be part of a supportive team where you can grow. Ideally, you'll have:

A genuine passion for fresh, high-quality food.A good understanding of food hygiene practices and kitchen standards.Strong communication skills and a positive team-focused approach.The ability to stay organised and calm in a busy kitchen.Flexibility to work weekends as part of the rota.

Why Join Us?

This isn't your typical chef position - it's an opportunity to work for a business that truly values your time and contribution. You'll be welcomed into a friendly team, enjoy daytime hours, and never have to worry about split shifts.

What's Next?

If you'd like an informal chat about the role, feel free to call me, Michail, on , email or send me a quick message on LinkedIn.Don't worry if your CV isn't fully updated - just send what you have and we can take it from there.