Chefs / Cooks

Britishgardencentresonline; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Grantham Garden Centre , Gonerby Moor, Grantham NG32, UK

Flexible

Overview

British Garden Centres has announced the acquisition of Downtown Garden Centre in Grantham. This move continues the group’s dynamic start to 2026 and extends its national portfolio to 75 centres across the UK.

About the role

We are looking for skilled Chefs/Cooks to prepare delicious meals according to the menu. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery. An excellent Chef/Cook must be able to follow instructions, deliver well‑prepared meals, move around the kitchen deftly and multitask. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.

The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Skills needed

• Experience of working in a busy kitchen.
• Creative at making dishes but also able to work to specs.
• Experience of cooking carvery is an advantage.
• Knowledge of HACCP.
• Able to manage multiple orders.
• Professionalism and reliability.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Good time management.
• Level 3 basic food hygiene is an advantage.

Duties include

• The taking of deliveries.
• Food preparation.
• Producing specials.
• Prepare, cook, and present food quickly and efficiently to a high standard.
• Monitor portion size and waste.

What we offer

• No evening work, split shifts or unsociable hours, year‑round business.
• Security of working in a well‑established expanding family business.
• Rate of pay negotiable, dependent upon skills and experience.
• Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Easter Sunday.
• 50% meal discount at any BGC restaurant & 20% discount at any BGC store, discount rates available at our Leisure Park.

To apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail] (Louise Pettican, Regional Restaurant Manager).

Applications close – Wednesday 11th February 2026

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application is successful.