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Head Chef – Dunbar Garden Centre
TO APPLY – please email claire@dunbargardencentre.co.uk
Job Description:
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, experience in a similar fast paced environment, and a passion for delivering a delicious and interesting food . This role involves all aspects of food preparation, ensuring high standards of food safety, and maintaining a cohesive and motivated kitchen team. The Head Chef will be instrumental in shaping the menu, managing kitchen operations, and upholding and developing the restaurant reputation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the kitchen team, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food production
- Develop and innovate menu offerings in line with current culinary trends and customer preferences
- Oversee all food preparation processes, maintaining consistency and presentation standards
- Manage food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and hygiene standards
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of ingredients and kitchen supplies
- Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff to foster professional development and teamwork
- Monitor inventory levels, minimise waste, and control food costs effectively
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in accordance with health and safety legislation
Experience
- Proven supervising experience within a busy restaurant or hospitality environment
- Extensive background in food production, cooking, and food preparation techniques
- Demonstrated team management skills with the ability to lead diverse groups of staff
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations applicable to hospitality settings
- Experience in menu development, culinary innovation, and kitchen operations management
- Previous restaurant experience is essential; hospitality background is highly desirable
- Familiarity with serving procedures and customer service principles within a culinary context
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Baker – Dunbar Garden Centre
TO APPLY – please email claire@dunbargardencentre.co.uk
About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Part-Time Baker to join our team on a temporary basis. This role offers 14 hours per week across two set days and would suit someone with a strong interest in home baking who is looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and baking a range of fresh products (e.g. cakes, traybakes, biscuits, scones)
- Following recipes and production schedules
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene
- Assisting with stock rotation and basic inventory checks
- Supporting the wider team during busy periods
About You
- A genuine passion for baking, ideally with home baking experience
- Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
- Good attention to detail
- Able to work efficiently and follow instructions
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
- Basic knowledge of food hygiene (Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate desirable but not essential)
What We Offer
- Practical, hands-on experience in a professional baking environment
- Opportunity to build confidence and develop skills
- Supportive and friendly team atmosphere
- Ideal stepping stone for someone considering a career in baking
If you are passionate about baking and looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive setting, we would love to hear from you.
Chef/Cook – Dunbar Garden Centre
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef/Cook to join our kitchen team at Dunbar Garden Centre. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and cooking, with a keen eye for food safety and presentation. The position would offer a 37.5hr week working 5 days out of 7 with daytime shifts hours only. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who thrives under pressure to join our kitchen team in the production of tasty and wholesome produce for our restaurant and farm shop.
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 1 years experience in a similar role, we would however also consider a less experienced candidate who could demonstrate a knowledge of good homestyle cooking and a willingness to learn.
The candidate would be working along side our head chef and second chef to ensure our restaurant continues to provide an excellent experience for our customers. Good communication skills and an ability to work well as as part of a team would be essential. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing meals, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and supporting the overall kitchen operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to recipes and menu specifications
- Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards
- Assist in menu planning and presentation to ensure visual appeal and quality
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen area at all times
- Support the team during busy service periods, ensuring timely delivery of orders
- Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management and ordering
- Follow all health and safety regulations diligently to uphold a safe working environment
Experience
- Proven experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally within a restaurant setting
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary practices
- Experience in meal preparation across various cuisines is desirable
- Familiarity with food safety standards and procedures
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
