Breakfast Chef

Prezzo Italian; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Healthcare and wellbeing support

Employee recognition & progression

Job summary

Prezzo Italian is seeking a passionate Breakfast Chef to join our kitchen team in London. You will be the first into the kitchen, setting the tone for the day and cooking breakfast dishes to a high standard.

You will work closely with our chefs, own your section, and help maintain a clean, organised kitchen during early service, with opportunities for progression and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally with breakfast or early-service experience.
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and cooking methods.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks at once.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn
• Team player who collaborates well with colleagues
• Flexibility for early starts and shifts including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality breakfast dishes from opening service.
• Take ownership of your section and keep the kitchen running smoothly during busy hours.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and comply with hygiene standards.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Support with shift handovers and ad-hoc tasks as required

Skills

Breakfast cooking

Food safety

Time management

Team player

Early starts

Job description

We're looking for a passionate Breakfast Chef to join our talented kitchen team.

About Us

Nessa A modern British restaurant and bar rooted in character and charm, bringing nostalgic dishes and contemporary flair to the heart of Soho, built for long lunches and spontaneous evenings.

Yasmin

Tucked among Soho's rooftops on Brewer and Warwick Street, an intimate Middle Eastern restaurant, bar and terrace with panoramic city views. Seasonal sharing plates, an extensive wine list and lively cocktails make it a suntrap by day and a destination by night.

The Role

As our Breakfast Chef you'll be first into the kitchen and set the tone for the day, working closely with our experienced chefs to prepare and deliver high-quality breakfast dishes from opening service. You'll take ownership of your section, keep things running smoothly during our busiest early hours, and help maintain a clean, organised kitchen throughout.

What We Can Offer You

• Free meals on shift, plus discounts for you, family and friends
• Your birthday off!
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Employee recognition, rewards, and clear progression paths — and more…

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally with breakfast or early-service experience
• Solid knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and cooking methods
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks at once
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A willingness to learn
• A team player who collaborates well with colleagues
• Flexibility for early starts and shifts including weekends and holidays, as required