Job Description

Ready to step up and have more say in the kitchen? 👨‍🍳🔥

We’re looking for a confident, hands-on Chef to join our team at Pennine Garden Centre on a 30-hour contract (including alternate weekends).

This isn’t just another chef job — you’ll be right-hand to the Lead Chef, helping run the kitchen day-to-day and stepping up to run the pass when needed. If you’re ready for more responsibility and want to be part of a solid, supportive team, you’ll fit right in.

👉 No late nights – ever. Enjoy a better work-life balance while still working in a fast-paced kitchen.

The hours (average 30 per week):
Week 1: Tues–Thurs, 8am–4pm (22.5 hrs)
Week 2: Tues–Thurs + Sat & Sunday, 8am–4pm (37.5 hrs)

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting and deputising for the Lead Chef
• Running the pass and keeping standards high
• Cooking consistently good food that you’re proud to send out
• Managing prep, stock, and minimising waste
• Keeping on top of food safety and hygiene
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running smoothly

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a busy kitchen
• Someone who can step up and take charge when needed
• Good understanding of food safety standards
• A team player who pulls their weight
• Pride in the food you put out
• A hands-on, get-stuck-in attitude

If you’re ready for the next step and want a role where you can actually make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and join the team at Pennine Garden Centre

Why Join Our GREAT Team?

🌿 A GREAT Place to Work Friendly, fun, and down-to-earth – we cultivate a positive team spirit every day.

⏰ Work-Life Balance All roles operate within daytime hours - so your evenings stay yours.

🛍️ Up to 33% Staff Discount Treat yourself to garden and home favourites (*varies by department/concession).

🚗 Free On-Site Parking Arrive stress-free with plenty of parking.

🏆 GREAT Values & Recognition We live our values and celebrate yours with monthly awards and shout-outs.

🎉 Monthly Team Engagement Events From information sharing to free food – we love bringing the team together.

🌴 Enhanced Holiday Allowance More time off that grows with your length of service.

🌱 Grow Your Career We support your development with company-sponsored training.

💚 Well-being Support to Help You Thrive Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access, funeral concierge, and mental health support – we’re here when you need us.

💷 Pension Contributions Helping you plant the seeds for a secure future.

🪴 Supporting Causes That Matter to Our Team Through our Kindness Pot, we donate to charities and local causes close to our team’s hearts – planting seeds of kindness in the community.