Breakfast Chef

B. Europe Hotels Private Collection B.V.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus days off

Fitness classes

Enhanced sick pay

Retail discounts

Volunteer day

Career progression

Job summary

Sir Devonshire Square in the City of London seeks a Breakfast Chef to lead the morning service, turning simple ingredients into standout dishes.

You will manage early shifts, set up the kitchen, and work with a tight team to deliver high-quality breakfast while maintaining safety and minimizing waste. The role sits within Sir Hotels’ boutique collection and offers growth across UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced hotel or restaurant kitchens.
• Strong time management and ability to work early mornings.
• Ability to cook and present breakfast dishes to a high standard.
• Team-focused mindset and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Own the breakfast shift from start to finish, prepping, cooking, and plating each dish.
• Set up the kitchen each morning with needed equipment and ingredients.
• Work with the team to deliver smooth, calm, and timely service.
• Maintain high quality and minimize waste by following food safety standards.
• Bring pride and passion to the kitchen every morning.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Time management

Cooking skills

Team communication

Early shifts

Job description

Salary: £14 per hour + tronc

Location: Sir Devonshire Square, City of London

Working Hours: Around 40 hours per week, typically across 5 shifts between Monday and Sunday. Flexibility for additional hours may be required.

Welcome to Sir Devonshire Square – a bold, beautiful boutique hotel just steps from Liverpool Street Station. We are the UK’s first hotel from Sircle Collection, the Dutch lifestyle brand known for turning up the charm in Europe’s coolest neighbourhoods.

We are looking for a Breakfast Chef who brings the right morning vibes, takes pride in their food, and loves turning simple ingredients into something special.

What You Can Look Forward To

Extra time for you – Take up to 3 bonus days off every year (your birthday, moving day, and flex day)

Mind & body perks – Free fitness classes and a supportive environment

Financial wellbeing – Enhanced sick pay, retail discounts, and great rates on stays across our hotels

Feel-good moments – Paid volunteer day and regular team socials

Room to grow – Brilliant learning opportunities and career pathways across the UK and Europe

Your Role as Breakfast Chef

• Own the breakfast shift from start to finish – prepping, cooking, and plating each dish with consistency and flair
• Set up the kitchen each morning with everything needed in place and ready to go
• Work side by side with the team to deliver smooth, calm, and timely service
• Keep quality high and waste low, always following our food and safety standards
• Bring a sense of pride and passion into the kitchen, every single morning

What We Are Looking For

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar fast-paced, high-quality hotel or restaurant
• Great time management and ability to work efficiently during early morning hours
• Confidence in cooking and presenting breakfast dishes to a high standard
• Positive, team-focused mindset and clear communication
• Availability for early starts, and to work weekend shifts and on bank holidays when necessary

Not sure if your experience ticks every box? That is okay. If this role excites you and you are eager to learn, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you need adjustments to the process, email us at [e-mail] – we are here to help.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK, as we are currently unable to sponsor visas.

Sir Hotels

Sir Hotels is a boutique hotel collection founded in Amsterdam in 2013 with Sir Albert. The collection has continued to grow with a second property in Amsterdam and further openings in Berlin, Barcelona and Prague. Sir Hotels caters to those who are looking for authentic stories and distinctive locations. Each hotel has stunning interior design, exceptional restaurants and bars and specialises in providing guests unique experiences on and off property.

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