Chef de Partie- Orchard Park Garden Centre

At Orchard Park Garden Centre Restaurant, we believe that simple, well-prepared food is something special. From freshly cooked breakfasts to hearty lunches and homemade favourites, our kitchen delivers honest, flavourful dishes in a busy and welcoming environment.

We’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie who takes pride in their craft — someone who enjoys the rhythm of a lively daytime kitchen and the satisfaction of consistently sending out great food.

The difference here? No late nights, and a supportive team who care as much about the food as you do.

Location: Orchard Park Garden Centre Restaurant
Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Why Join Us?

Orchard Park Garden Centre is part of the Blue Diamond Group, the UK’s leading garden centre operator. You’ll be joining a busy restaurant team where your skills are valued and your contribution makes a real difference.

With daytime hours and a varied working pattern, this is a great opportunity for a Chef de Partie looking for a role that offers a good work-life balance while still being part of a busy and professional kitchen.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, taking responsibility for your section and ensuring food is prepared and served to a consistently high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Running your section confidently during busy services
• Preparing fresh restaurant classics with consistency and care
• Delivering quality breakfasts, lunches, soups and daily specials
• Completing preparation and mise en place ready for service
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Ensuring food is stored, prepared and handled correctly
• Supporting the Head Chef and wider kitchen team
• Helping to maintain a well-organised and professional kitchen environment
• Working efficiently as part of a team during busy periods

Working Hours

This is a 25-hour per week position, working on a two-week rota:

Week 1

• Monday: 10:00–16:00
• Wednesday: 10:00–16:00
• Friday: 10:00–16:00

Week 2

• Monday: 10:00–16:00
• Wednesday: 10:00–16:00
• Friday: 10:00–16:00
• Saturday: 09:00–16:30
• Sunday: 09:30–16:15

About You

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about good food and takes pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen.

You’ll ideally be:

• An experienced Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to take the next step
• Passionate about fresh, honest and well-prepared food
• Calm, organised and reliable under pressure
• Confident working independently on your section
• A team player who enjoys working in a busy kitchen
• Committed to maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Positive, hardworking and keen to contribute to the wider kitchen team

What We Offer

• Daytime hours with no late nights
• A regular 25-hour part-time contract
• Supportive and friendly kitchen team
• Staff discount across Blue Diamond Garden Centres
• Opportunities for development and progression within the Blue Diamond Group
• A positive and professional working environment

If you love cooking simple food properly, enjoy a busy daytime service and want a role that gives you your evenings back, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Blue Diamond team at Orchard Park Garden Centre.