Breakfast Chef

Firmdale Hotels; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Free meals on shift

Health cash plan

Discounts on leisure and retail

Job summary

Firmdale Hotels is seeking a Breakfast Chef for Covent Garden Hotel in London to lead morning service with flair and consistency. Join a prestigious kitchen renowned for its exceptional guest experiences and award-winning settings.

You will craft high-quality breakfasts, maintain kitchen standards, and collaborate with a tight-knit team to ensure seamless service and memorable guest moments.

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for creating exceptional dishes and keeping up with culinary trends.
• Precision and care in food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team.
• Strong multitasking in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes to Firmdale standards.
• Keep the kitchen organised and compliant with Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage food preparation for room service orders with prompt service.
• Collaborate with the team to prep for the next breakfast service.
• Ensure dishes are well-presented and consistently delicious.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Hygiene & safety

Communication

Job description

Are you passionate about culinary excellence and eager to start your day in one of London’s most prestigious hotel kitchens? Firmdale Hotels, a collection of eleven award-winning hotels and luxury apartments in London and New York, invites you to join our esteemed team at the Covent Garden Hotel. Renowned for our unique décor, exceptional service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, we pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for our guests.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Breakfast Chef to become an integral part of our highly successful kitchen team. In this role, you will showcase your culinary skills and creativity while ensuring that each guest begins their day with a delightful breakfast experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality breakfast dishes, adhering to Firmdale's standards of excellence.
• Ensure the kitchen is organised and clean, complying with Health and Safety regulations at all times.
• Manage food preparation for room service orders efficiently, maintaining prompt service.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to complete food prep for the next breakfast service, ensuring a seamless operation.
• Maintain impeccable attention to detail, ensuring all dishes are beautifully presented and consistently delicious.

What you Need

• A genuine enthusiasm for creating exceptional dishes and a keen interest in culinary trends.
• Precision and care in food preparation and presentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain order in a busy kitchen environment.
• Clear and effective communication with team members and other departments.

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive salary plus service charge and benefits to be discussed at venue
• Access to Stream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

About Us

Set on historic Monmouth Street, in one of London's most loved and lively neighbourhoods, Covent Garden Hotel sits at the heart of the city's theatre district. With the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden Piazza and Neal's Yard all close by, and independent boutiques, cafés and bars lining the surrounding streets, it's a location that buzzes with energy and creativity.

At Covent Garden Hotel, each room is individually designed by Kit Kemp with her characteristic flair, reflecting the spirit of the neighbourhood. To work here is to be part of a team that brings energy, commitment and pride to everything they do, delivering warm and memorable guest experiences in one of London's most vibrant addresses.

You'll be joining a team whose Awards and Accolades speak for themselves:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026
• Two Michelin Keys, 2024, 2025
• Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2025
• Best Hotels in London, British Vogue, 2024

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and Laundry facility.

Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.