Passionate about cooking with fresh, local ingredients and delivering quality dishes in a busy, supportive kitchen?

Our Railway Restaurant team is renowned for its delicious home-cooked food and outstanding customer service. We are looking for a Cook / Chef to bring energy, consistency and pride to our kitchen team.

This role is ideal for someone who:

Enjoys working with fresh, quality ingredients.
Takes pride in producing consistent, well-presented food.
Wants to learn, develop and grow within a professional kitchen.

Apply today to join our friendly, hardworking and award-winning team.

Key Duties:

Your key duties will include, but are not limited to:

Assist with the preparation and service of food in a busy catering environment.
Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely, efficient service.
Follow all HACCP and food safety procedures at all times.
Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, housekeeping and organisation.
Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
Operate the dishwasher and manage recycling and waste while maintaining high hygiene standards.
Prioritise workload to support smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

This is a hands-on role and flexibility is essential, as duties may vary depending on service needs.

Requirements:

Enthusiastic, positive and reliable with a genuine interest in food.
Keen to learn and develop kitchen skills.
Able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Good communication skills with colleagues, management and customers.
High standards of personal hygiene and presentation in line with Food Hygiene Regulations.
Willingness to work weekends and most bank holidays on a rota basis.

Previous kitchen experience is welcomed, but not essential for the right candidate – full training will be provided.

Working with Us:

At the Railway Restaurant, you’ll become an integral part of a supportive, hard-working kitchen team where teamwork and communication are key.

You will work closely with the Head Chef and Catering Director, receiving clear guidance, support and opportunities to develop your skills in a professional but friendly environment.

Rewards and Benefits:

We believe in recognising and rewarding your hard work:

Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience, with performance-based reviews.
Staff discounts in the Restaurant and Garden Centre.
Ongoing training and development tailored to your needs.
Opportunities to progress within the kitchen team for the right individual.
A positive, respectful working environment within a family-run business.

If you’re looking for a kitchen role where quality food, teamwork and personal development are valued, and you want to be part of a business that genuinely cares about its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Working at the Old Railway Line Garden Centre

About Us:

The Old Railway Line Garden Centre is a family-run, independent haven that blends a Garden Centre, Farm Shop, and Restaurant. Our offerings encompass the finest gardening, home, and outdoor living products alongside delectable locally produced food and beverages. Nestled at the base of the Black Mountains, with picturesque views of the Brecon Beacons and the Radnorshire Hills, we're located in the heart of the scenic Wye Valley.

Our Mission & Values:

A family run destination for all. We are passionate about plants, people and the planet. Growing ideas through an inspiring, personal and enjoyable retail experience.

Family

- The Old Railway Line family is a passionate team, all working towards the same mission and values.

- A family run, independent business creating a retail space to promote well-being.

- Supporting our team to succeed & achieve their goals.

- We see our customers as our extended family, who play an integral part in our growth & success.

Community

- To be an integral part of our local community.

- Supporting local groups & schools with projects.

- Raising money for local & national charities.

- We promote mutual support with other local businesses.

Sustainability

- We are passionate and proactive in reducing our impact on the environment.

- We love to promote the benefits of gardening on the planet.

- We consider environmental factors when choosing suppliers, products and planning future projects.

Passionate

- We are passionate about plants, gardening & excellent customer service.

- We enjoy creating a 'wow' experience that inspires our customers.

- We love horticulture & collaborate with other Garden Centres and industry groups to enhance our customer experience.

Knowledgeable

- We love to share information about plants, gardening and all products we stock.

- We invest in training our team to be experts.

- We encourage team members to pass on knowledge and experience to others.

- We are known for our helpful, experienced team who are always happy to offer help and advice.

If you're seeking a fulfilling career in an environment that mirrors our mission and values, the Old Railway Line Garden Centre invites you to join our family. Experience the rewarding journey of contributing to our vision while being surrounded by a team that's equally passionate about plants, people, and the planet.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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