Chef de Partie - 38h/wk, Alternate Weekends Off, Pastry

Haskins Garden Centres Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned garden centre chain in the UK is looking for a full-time Chef De Partie to support their busy kitchen. The role offers sociable hours, requiring 38 hours per week with alternate weekends off, and focuses on delivering high-quality food service. The ideal candidate should have strong pastry skills, customer service experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Employee benefits include an assistance program, pension scheme, generous discounts, and up to 38 days of holiday pro-rata.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Contributory pension scheme

Generous Staff Discount Scheme

Free on-site parking

Staff Uniform provided

Health Cash Plan

Up to 38 days of holiday pro-rata

Cycle Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous catering and high-volume production experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in a busy fast-paced environment.
• Experience in Patisserie is a strong requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Oversee counter service including carvery and pizza oven.
• Ensure the highest standard of customer service.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Team player

Proactive and energetic

Strong pastry background

Job description

A family-owned garden centre chain in the UK is looking for a full-time Chef De Partie to support their busy kitchen. The role offers sociable hours, requiring 38 hours per week with alternate weekends off, and focuses on delivering high-quality food service. The ideal candidate should have strong pastry skills, customer service experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Employee benefits include an assistance program, pension scheme, generous discounts, and up to 38 days of holiday pro-rata.