Breakfast Chef

Trading-Post-Coffee-Roasters; Brighton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee

50% discount on food & drinks

Discounts on beans & retail products

Birthday Gift Card

Mental health & financial wellbeing 지원

Company pension scheme

Culinary training & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is seeking a Breakfast Chef to start each day by preparing fresh, high-quality breakfasts in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll join a supportive team and help deliver the welcoming experience the brand is known for.

The role focuses on consistency, speed and attention to detail, with opportunities for culinary development and career progression within the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food preparation.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to Trading Post's quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure every meal is served promptly, consistently and with great attention to detail.
• Prepare ingredients and organise your section before service begins.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness throughout every shift.
• Work closely with the Front of House team to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate any shortages to the Kitchen Manager.
• Follow company recipes, food safety procedures and kitchen standards at all times.
• Support your teammates during busy periods and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking

Food hygiene

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Join the Team at Trading Post Coffee Roasters

At Trading Post Coffee Roasters, coffee is at the heart of everything we do.

As an independent, specialty coffee company, we're passionate about sourcing, roasting and serving exceptional coffee whilst creating memorable experiences for every guest.

Alongside our specialty coffee, we're equally passionate about serving fresh, high-quality food that encourages customers to return time and time again.

We believe great food starts with great people, which is why we invest in developing our teams through training, coaching and genuine opportunities to grow.

If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in delivering consistently great food, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

Joining Trading Post means becoming part of a team that values quality, hospitality and continuous learning.

We offer:

• Free coffee and discounted meals whilst on shift
• 50% employee discount on food and drink at every Trading Post Coffee House
• Discounts on our specialty coffee beans and retail products
• Discounts across Beachfront Leisure venues
• Birthday Gift Card for every team member
• Free access to mental health and financial wellbeing support
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing culinary training and development
• Clear internal career progression opportunities

We believe great people deserve great opportunities. That's why we invest in developing our teams and creating careers, not just jobs.

About the Role

As a Breakfast Chef, you'll play an important role in starting every customer's day in the best possible way.

Working as part of our kitchen team, you'll prepare and serve fresh, high-quality breakfasts with speed, consistency and attention to detail. You'll help create the welcoming experience Trading Post is known for by ensuring every dish leaves the kitchen looking and tasting its very best.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, takes pride in their craft and loves being part of a supportive team.

A Day in the Life

As a Breakfast Chef, you'll:

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to Trading Post's quality and presentation standards.
• Ensure every meal is served promptly, consistently and with great attention to detail.
• Prepare ingredients and organise your section before service begins.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness throughout every shift.
• Work closely with the Front of House team to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate any shortages to the Kitchen Manager.
• Follow company recipes, food safety procedures and kitchen standards at all times.
• Support your teammates during busy periods and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you'll:

• Deliver consistently high-quality breakfasts that exceed customer expectations.
• Prepare food efficiently without compromising on quality.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Keep your section clean, organised and fully prepared for service.
• Work collaboratively with your team to create a smooth and enjoyable service.
• Take pride in every dish you prepare.
• Become a reliable and valued member of the kitchen team.

Who We're Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have a passion for cooking and preparing fresh food.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Stay calm and organised during busy services.
• Take pride in maintaining high standards.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Take ownership of your work and look for ways to improve.

Previous experience

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen is preferred.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food preparation.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience preparing breakfast or brunch menus.
• A Level 2 Food Safety qualification.
• Experience working in a busy café or hospitality environment.
• An ambition to progress within the kitchen team.

Career Development

Many of our kitchen leaders began by mastering the fundamentals.

As a Breakfast Chef, you'll continue developing your culinary skills through structured training, coaching and practical experience.

Whether your ambition is to become a Kitchen Manager / Head Chef,, General Mangager of a Developement Chef, we'll provide the support and opportunities to help you build a rewarding career with Trading Post.

Our Culture

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built.

We’re passionate about coffee, but we’re equally passionate about people.

We work hard, support one another, celebrate success and believe that every team member contributes to creating exceptional experiences for our guests.

As a Breakfast Chef, you’ll play an important role in delivering those experiences by preparing food that our customers enjoy and by supporting a kitchen where teamwork, respect and quality are at the centre of everything we do.

If you’re looking for somewhere that values fresh food, encourages learning and supports your personal and professional development, you’ll feel right at home.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Trading Post Coffee Roasters is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected and able to thrive. We want every candidate to have the best possible experience, so if there's anything we can do to support you during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know.