Job Description

Weekend Chef/Cook - The Parlour Restaurant, Cardiff Garden Centre

Location:

Cardiff Garden Centre, Cardiff

Position:

Weekend Chef/Cook

Hours:

Daytime weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday)

Availability:

Off on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Easter Sunday, and New Year's Day

The Parlour Restaurant, located within the welcoming setting of Cardiff Garden Centre, is seeking a reliable, skilled, and enthusiastic

Weekend Chef/Cook

to join our friendly kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing fresh, high-quality food, enjoys working in a customer-focused environment, and values a daytime-only schedule with key holidays off.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our

deli station

, producing a variety of freshly made-to-order items, including:

Hot and cold sandwiches Paninis Jacket potatoes Fresh deli salads and accompaniments
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced kitchen that requires attention to detail, good time management, and the ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene at all times.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and serve deli-style menu items to a consistent high standard Manage mise en place for the deli station, ensuring readiness for service Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Ensure all food is labelled and stored correctly, in line with health and safety regulations Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the deli area during and after service Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth and timely service Monitor portion control, reduce food waste, and ensure cost-effective preparation Adhere to all food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen protocols Assist with stock rotation and notify management of any stock shortages Contribute to occasional menu development or seasonal specials Provide a positive, professional attitude in a customer-facing environment

Requirements

Previous experience working in a kitchen or deli setting preferred Understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate desirable) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational and time-management skills Excellent communication and customer service focus Willingness to work weekends exclusively A proactive and flexible attitude, with the ability to handle a busy service period

What We Offer

Daytime-only working hours Regular weekend schedule Time off on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Easter Sunday, and New Year's Day Friendly, supportive working environment within a popular local destination Opportunities for future training and development
If you are passionate about food, reliable, and enjoy working in a positive team environment, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 16 per week

Schedule:

Every weekend Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Weekend Chef Cardiff