Webbs is an award-winning garden centre retailer with four stores and a growing ecommerce business. Our stores are premium garden centres with exceptional indoor and outdoor horticulture departments, a range of quality gifts, homeware, furniture and clothing. Our high quality restaurants offer freshly prepared, seasonally changing menus.<br>&nbsp;<br>We're an independent family business with a great team of people. We have an excellent workplace culture with a focus on fun and wellbeing whilst we work hard to get the job done together. We’re proud to have won national awards including Best UK Workplace 2023, Best UK Workplace for Women 2023 and Excellence in Wellbeing awards 2023.<br>&nbsp;<br>We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Chef to join our Event/Restaurant team at our Wychbold garden centre.<br>&nbsp;<br>The role involves producing a range of menu items from scratch using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. We can serve hot breakfasts and lunches to order plus hot snacks throughout the day or a range of quality hot food our Christmas event – Enchanted Gardens<br>&nbsp;<br>You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Restaurant and Event Manager to assist in the smooth running of the kitchen whether it be in the event or the main kitchen working in a hands-on capacity, setting the pace and food quality standards.<br>&nbsp;<br>This is a part-time fixed-term position from 13^th October until 4^th January, working on average 32 hours per week.<br>Ideally 3-9pm Wednesday to Sunday (Can be flexible on dates/times for the right candidate)<br>&nbsp;<br>Duties include :<br><strong>Food Preparation &amp; Cooking</strong><ul><li>Prepare and cook menu items to a high standard, following recipes and portion sizes.</li><li>Work quickly during busy periods while keeping quality consistent.</li><li>Adapt to different menus, service styles, and event locations.</li></ul>&nbsp;<br><strong>Food Safety, Hygiene &amp; Allergen Awareness</strong><ul><li>Keep work areas clean and follow all food safety regulations.</li><li>Maintain strong allergen awareness, ensuring safe preparation and clear communication of allergen information.</li><li>Prevent cross-contamination by following correct storage and preparation procedures.</li></ul>&nbsp;<br><strong>Stock &amp; Deliveries</strong><ul><li>Monitor stock levels and assist with deliveries.</li><li>Rotate stock to maintain freshness and reduce waste.</li></ul>&nbsp;<br><strong>Teamwork &amp; Communication</strong><ul><li>Work closely with colleagues to keep service smooth.</li><li>Share information clearly during busy shifts to avoid delays or errors.</li></ul>&nbsp;<br>The role is based at our store in Wychbold and so you must live within a reasonable commuting distance.<br>&nbsp;<br>Our reward package includes a generous benefits package including colleague discounts, life insurance, pension scheme and free parking.<br>&nbsp;<br><a name="Hlk125701777">If you'd like to join our fun, friendly Webbs team then please </a>click apply now or send your CV to <a href="mailto:jobs@webbs.co.uk">jobs@webbs.co.uk</a><br>&nbsp;<br><a class="button" title="This opens up in a new window" href="https://webbsdirect.co.uk/images/pdf/Webbs-Application-Form-2020.pdf">Apply Now</a><br>&nbsp;<br>Job Types: Part-time, Fixed-Term<br>&nbsp;<br>Hourly rate: £7.55 – £12.21.&nbsp; Salary will meet national minimum wage for age.<br>&nbsp;<div class="mt2 f-14 f-color1 ptb0-5 f-brand-persist-links bd-color5 bd-toponly f-italic">By <a class="decor-persist f-bold" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?author=1">Webbs </a></div><div class="mb f-14 f-color1 ptb f-brand-persist-links"><span class="f-bold mr0-5"></span> <span class="mlr0-5 inline-block f-bold">|</span><a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=wychbold">Wychbold</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=restaurant">restaurant</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=food+at+webbs">Food At Webbs</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=webbs">Webbs, Wychbold</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=food">food</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=food+hall">Food Hall</a>,<a class="decor-persist" href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/jobs/?tags=enchanted+gardens">Enchanted Gardens</a></div><div class="mtb"><div class="addthissharing_toolbox inline-block"></div></div>