Breakfast Chef

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Castle Combe; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on stays and dining

Free meals on duty

Gym access and parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospitality Discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Manor House, part of the Exclusive Collection, invites a Breakfast Chef to join its luxury kitchen team in Castle Combe. You will prepare and deliver outstanding breakfast dishes, ensuring consistency, presentation and high standards. Grow within a professional brigade with structured development and support for your culinary career.

We offer great benefits, weekend and bank holiday shifts, and opportunities to advance within the Exclusive Collection.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a professional kitchen environment, ideally preparing breakfast dishes.
• Passion for food and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and punctual, with the flexibility to work early morning shifts.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes in line with kitchen standards.
• Ensure a smooth and efficient breakfast service for hotel guests.
• Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across all breakfast offerings.
• Prepare ingredients and mise en place for breakfast service.
• Ensure food hygiene, health and safety standards are always met.
• Assist with stock rotation and minimise waste.
• Support the wider kitchen team as required and contribute to a positive working environment.

Skills

Experience in professional kitchen

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality

Communication

Flexibility

Breakfast service

Job description

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£13.20 per hour (equivalent to £32,947 annual salary) plus service charge and fantastic benefits!

Working Hours:

48 hours per week, shifts inclusive of weekends and bank holidays

Location:

Castle Combe

Closing Date:

27/11/2026

Job Category:

Properties:

The Manor House and Golf Club, Castle Combe, Wiltshire

Departments:

Job Introduction

Breakfast Chef

Create Memorable Guest Experiences at The Manor House

The Manor House, part of the Exclusive Collection, is a luxury country house hotel nestled in the Cotswolds, home to a Michelin-starred restaurant and a championship golf course. It is a place where heritage, creativity and precision come together to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

As a Breakfast Chef, you will play an important role in ensuring every guest starts their day with an outstanding dining experience. Working as part of our talented kitchen brigade, you’ll prepare and deliver high-quality breakfast dishes with consistency, efficiency and attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your culinary skills within a professional and ambitious team where your growth will be supported and your potential recognised.

At The Manor House, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As our Breakfast Chef, you'll enjoy:

• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

Our Breakfast Chef will:

• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes in line with kitchen standards
• Ensure a smooth and efficient breakfast service for hotel guests
• Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across all breakfast offerings
• Prepare ingredients and mise en place for breakfast service
• Ensure food hygiene, health and safety standards are always met
• Assist with stock rotation and minimise waste
• Support the wider kitchen team as required and contribute to a positive working environment

Person Specification

Our Breakfast Chef will:

• Previous experience within a professional kitchen environment, ideally preparing breakfast dishes
• Passion for food and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and punctual, with the flexibility to work early morning shifts
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and bank holidays

Why Exclusive Collection?

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability, responsible sourcing and making a positive impact through everything we do. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, development and a culture where talented people can thrive and build rewarding careers.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you're passionate about creating exceptional breakfast experiences and setting guests up for a great day, we'd love to hear from you!