Breakfast Chef

Recruit Genie; England; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development access

Health & Wellbeing platform

Health care cash plan

Staff meals & family discounts

Spa discounts

Spa products discount

Refer a Friend scheme

Discounted hotel rates

Free staff meals

Free parking

Job summary

Sopwell House in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Breakfast Chef to join our luxury country-house hotel team. You will prepare and present breakfast dishes to the highest standards while ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation across service.

The role supports the team in delivering unforgettable guest experiences in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a culinary qualification, 2+ years in a high-end setting, and a passion for excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts; NVQ Level 2/3 preferred.
• Minimum 2 years as Breakfast Chef or similar in luxury hospitality.
• Strong customer service in a 5-star setting.
• Proficient in modern and classical cooking techniques.
• Ability to prepare a wide range of breakfast dishes.
• Positive, team-focused attitude under fast-paced service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes to standard.
• Ensure breakfast offerings are fully stocked and presented well.
• Work with team to deliver excellent guest experience.
• Assist with food cost controls and waste reduction.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area.
• Support other departments as needed and build good relations.
• Take pride in presentation and attention to detail.
• Contribute to a positive team environment.

Skills

Culinary arts degree

NVQ Level 2/3

Breakfast cooking

Customer service

Team player

5-star hospitality

Education

Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in professional cookery

Job description

Breakfast Chef

Full-Time Position (40 hours)

Our country home away from home, nestled within 12 acres of picturesque Hertfordshire countryside. Sopwell House is a luxurious 5 star, family-owned Georgian country house hotel offering timeless elegance and modern comfort. We’re proud to be a place where exceptional service is delivered with warmth, pride and purpose.

At Sopwell House, we live by our Vision, Purpose and Values.

We are dedicated to creating a world of ‘Perfect Contentment’ for both our team members and guests alike ‘Spreading kindness one act at a time’ along the way. Our team pride themselves on ‘Performing with Drive and Serving with Soul’ in everything we do.

Your role in our family:

• Work with an incredible team who provide our guests with unforgettable cuisine
• Be responsible for ensuring that all food items are prepared and presented to deliver an excellent guest experience while assisting with food cost controls
• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation standards are maintained throughout service
• Ensure breakfast offerings are fully stocked, replenished and presented to the highest standards
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Take pride in presentation and attention to detail in every aspect of your role.
• Support your colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.

What we’re looking for

• Diploma or degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts or related major; NVQ Level 2 or 3 in professional cookery is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Breakfast Chef, Demi Chef de Partie, Commis Chef or similar role within a high-end hotel, restaurant or luxury hospitality environment
• Solid understanding of excellence in customer service, preferably gained in a 5-star or luxury hospitality setting
• Solid understanding ofmodern and classical cooking techniques, with the ability to execute a diverse range of dishes to a consistent level.
• Skilled in preparing a wide range of breakfast dishes.
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a passion for deliveringexceptional breakfast experiences in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

The best bit:

• Learning and Development: Access our digital learning platform, and various courses to enhance your knowledge and skills
• Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from our interactive health and wellbeing platform and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health care cash plans: take advantage of our Health Care cash plan benefits, including 24-hours access to a GP.
• Discounted food and beverage, accommodation and spa for you and your family
• Discounts on Spa treatments and Spa days in our award-winning Cottonmill Spa
• Discount on Spa products
• Refer a Friend Scheme: earn up to £1,000 referral fee when you recommend someone to work with us
• Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates
• Free staff meals and parking

Equal Opportunities

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [e-mail]

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Proof of documentation will be required in line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

Next Steps

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.