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Sous Chef
Posted 3 hours 12 minutes ago by Longacres Garden Centres
£30,000 - £34,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
Surrey, Bagshot, United Kingdom, GU19 5JB
Job Description
Sous Chef - Daytime Hours - Thriving Garden Centre Café - Bagshot
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000
Are you a talented and enthusiastic person ready to take the next step in their culinary career?
Join a thriving garden centre café as a member of our talented kitchen team, serving guests fresh breakfasts, lunches, pizzas, paninis, and fresh homemade cakes to hundreds of guests everyday, in our newly refurbished 400-seat café.
We're looking for a Sous Chef to support our Head Chef in leading a passionate team in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. The menu is straightforward but produced to the highest standard, using quality ingredients and efficient systems. No two days are the same and you will be faced with different, exciting challenges to help you develop your culinary skills.
Our Benefits
Daytime hours - no evenings!
Full-time permanent role (40 hours per a week)
Excellent staff discount across the garden centre
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Easter Sunday off
Long service benefits
Brand new kitchen
A supportive, professional team culture
Holiday entitlement dependant on the hours worked
Opportunities for growth and development within the business.
What We Need From You
Experience in a fast-paced kitchen
Calm under pressure and good time management skills
Able to lead shifts, maintain standards, and work well within a team
Reliable, hands-on, and committed to creating great food and service
Good communication and teamwork is a necessity
What You Will Do
Supervise line cooks, prep cooks, and other kitchen staff in accordance with the Head Chef
Ensure all food preparation meets quality standards
Maintain morale and teamwork in the kitchen
Assist the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen
Preparing, cooking, and plating dishes, especially during busy periods
Pay & Hours
Competitive salary based on experience, typically £30,000-£34,000 per year , working 40 hours per week
About The Company:
Longacres Garden Centre aims to be the destination of choice for garden enthusiasts, offering exceptional service and high-quality products at competitive prices. Established in 1979 as a family-run business, Longacres has grown to include six stores across the South East of England, employing over 700 staff in 2025. As a growing company, we provide ample opportunities for personal development and learning within a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team environment! We are deeply committed to our loyal customers, delivering top-notch products and service while maintaining affordability. Guided by our core values - trust and int
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000
Are you a talented and enthusiastic person ready to take the next step in their culinary career?
Join a thriving garden centre café as a member of our talented kitchen team, serving guests fresh breakfasts, lunches, pizzas, paninis, and fresh homemade cakes to hundreds of guests everyday, in our newly refurbished 400-seat café.
We're looking for a Sous Chef to support our Head Chef in leading a passionate team in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. The menu is straightforward but produced to the highest standard, using quality ingredients and efficient systems. No two days are the same and you will be faced with different, exciting challenges to help you develop your culinary skills.
Our Benefits
Daytime hours - no evenings!
Full-time permanent role (40 hours per a week)
Excellent staff discount across the garden centre
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Easter Sunday off
Long service benefits
Brand new kitchen
A supportive, professional team culture
Holiday entitlement dependant on the hours worked
Opportunities for growth and development within the business.
What We Need From You
Experience in a fast-paced kitchen
Calm under pressure and good time management skills
Able to lead shifts, maintain standards, and work well within a team
Reliable, hands-on, and committed to creating great food and service
Good communication and teamwork is a necessity
What You Will Do
Supervise line cooks, prep cooks, and other kitchen staff in accordance with the Head Chef
Ensure all food preparation meets quality standards
Maintain morale and teamwork in the kitchen
Assist the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen
Preparing, cooking, and plating dishes, especially during busy periods
Pay & Hours
Competitive salary based on experience, typically £30,000-£34,000 per year , working 40 hours per week
About The Company:
Longacres Garden Centre aims to be the destination of choice for garden enthusiasts, offering exceptional service and high-quality products at competitive prices. Established in 1979 as a family-run business, Longacres has grown to include six stores across the South East of England, employing over 700 staff in 2025. As a growing company, we provide ample opportunities for personal development and learning within a supportive, inclusive, and friendly team environment! We are deeply committed to our loyal customers, delivering top-notch products and service while maintaining affordability. Guided by our core values - trust and int
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
