Breakfast Chef

Shepherd Neame; Bicknor Wood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips sharing

Early wage access

Food & drink discount

Overnight stay discount

Shop discount

Sheps Hut discounts

Mental health platform

Company pension

Career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame in Chislehurst, Kent, is seeking a Breakfast Chef to start the day right in Britain’s oldest brewer’s pub. You’ll prepare and serve high-quality breakfast dishes, set up the kitchen for morning service, and uphold hygiene standards while delivering prompt meals.

This full-time, permanent role offers competitive hourly pay with tips, early starts, staff discounts, pension, and career development opportunities across our pubs and breweries.

Qualifications

• Pride in your work – you care about quality and presentation.
• Positive energy – you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Attention to detail – you ensure consistency and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Set up and organise the kitchen for the morning service.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times.
• Work efficiently to ensure guests receive their meals promptly.
• Assist with stock control and ordering when required.
• Support the kitchen team and contribute to smooth service.

Skills

Pride in work

Positive energy

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team spirit

Job description

Employment type: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 13.00 per hour

Breakfast Chef - Start the Day Right with Britain's Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that a great breakfast sets the tone for the day. As a Breakfast Chef, you’ll play a key role in preparing and serving high-quality breakfast dishes that keep our guests coming back. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves early starts and takes pride in delivering exceptional food.

Where You’ll Be Working

Located in the popular village of Chislehurst, Kent, the Crown Inn dates back to 1874. The historic pub offers seven stylish en-suite guest letting rooms, many boasting stunning views over Chislehurst Common, together with a fine range of food and drink.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to company standards, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Set up and organise the kitchen for the morning service.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times.
• Work efficiently to ensure guests receive their meals promptly.
• Assist with stock control and ordering when required.
• Support the kitchen team and contribute to smooth service.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Breakfast Chef:

• Pride in your work - you care about quality and presentation.
• Positive energy - you bring enthusiasm and a passion for food.
• Attention to detail - you ensure consistency and high standards.
• Adaptability - you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.
• Team spirit - you enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity-values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?