Second Chef, Howdens Garden Centre
| Posting date: | 11 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2025 |
| Location: | Inverness-shire, IV2 7PA |
| Company: | William Strike Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG3270-2025304 |
Summary
Second Chef
We are looking for a Full Time Permanent Second Chef to join the team in our Restaurant in Howdens Garden Centre.
Competitive Salary based on experience.
The hours for this role are 45 hours over 5 days. All positions include weekend working so flexibility is a must. However we have the added benefit of no evening work and no split shifts. Our Centre is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day which means time with the family on these important days.
As a Second Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the operation of all areas of food production and cleaning in the kitchen. You will work as part of a small team under the guidance of the Head Chef and be responsible for the preparation of our fresh ingredients for our full menu range.
What you will be doing as a Second Chef?
Prepare fresh ingredients
Prepare hot and cold food orders to order
Monitor stock levels and contribute towards the ordering process
Work efficiently to ensure low levels of waste
Carry out cleaning of equipment and working areas to the highest food hygiene standards
Close down kitchen each day including preparation for the following day.
What makes you our perfect Second Chef?
Passion for good quality fresh produce and food
Understanding of food hygiene requirements
Good food presentation skills
Excellent communication skills.
Great teamwork.
Hardworking
Shift flexibility including weekends.
The ability to work well and efficiently under pressure.
The benefits!
Competitive rates of pay
Healthy work/life balance with no evening work
Access to 100s of retail and lifestyle experiences and discounts
Health Cash Plans
Generous staff discounts
6 weeks Annual Leave per year
Free Parking
Sound Interesting?
If you think you’ve got what it takes and would like to join our team as a Second Chef, please click 'Apply’ now.
We are looking for a Full Time Permanent Second Chef to join the team in our Restaurant in Howdens Garden Centre.
Competitive Salary based on experience.
The hours for this role are 45 hours over 5 days. All positions include weekend working so flexibility is a must. However we have the added benefit of no evening work and no split shifts. Our Centre is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day which means time with the family on these important days.
As a Second Chef, you will support the Head Chef in the operation of all areas of food production and cleaning in the kitchen. You will work as part of a small team under the guidance of the Head Chef and be responsible for the preparation of our fresh ingredients for our full menu range.
What you will be doing as a Second Chef?
Prepare fresh ingredients
Prepare hot and cold food orders to order
Monitor stock levels and contribute towards the ordering process
Work efficiently to ensure low levels of waste
Carry out cleaning of equipment and working areas to the highest food hygiene standards
Close down kitchen each day including preparation for the following day.
What makes you our perfect Second Chef?
Passion for good quality fresh produce and food
Understanding of food hygiene requirements
Good food presentation skills
Excellent communication skills.
Great teamwork.
Hardworking
Shift flexibility including weekends.
The ability to work well and efficiently under pressure.
The benefits!
Competitive rates of pay
Healthy work/life balance with no evening work
Access to 100s of retail and lifestyle experiences and discounts
Health Cash Plans
Generous staff discounts
6 weeks Annual Leave per year
Free Parking
Sound Interesting?
If you think you’ve got what it takes and would like to join our team as a Second Chef, please click 'Apply’ now.