Breakfast Chef

The Bristol Port Company; Lancing; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports is seeking a passionate Breakfast Chef to energize players and staff with nutritious meals. This role offers the chance to innovate and shape menus that support peak performance. You will thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, delivering exceptional quality while working with a dedicated team committed to culinary excellence. Enjoy a range of benefits including complimentary meals, holiday allowance, and access to training opportunities. If you are ready to make a positive impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday

Rewards platform access

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training and CPD opportunities

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to deliver exceptional quality under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for players and staff.
• Collaborate with a creative team to shape menus.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Hospitality and Catering

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Role: Breakfast Chef

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing BN15 9FP

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 21st May 2025

Start Date: We are looking for this person to start with us at the beginning of the 2025/26 season (pending completion of our safer recruitment checks)

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. Our commitment is to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Fuelling performance from the first bite

We are seeking a talented Breakfast Chef to energise our players and staff with high-quality, nutritious meals. As part of our growing catering team, you will have the opportunity to bring fresh, innovative ideas to life, shaping both home and away menus that support peak performance. You will collaborate with a passionate, creative team committed to culinary excellence and delivering the highest standards daily.

Your culinary credentials

You will thrive under pressure and bring energy, precision, and passion to every service. With proven experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, you will consistently deliver exceptional quality, even when the heat is on. A true team player with excellent communication skills, you will keep the kitchen running smoothly. To be considered, you need a Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) in Hospitality and Catering and a valid Food Hygiene Certificate.

Our values are essential to our success

Our values serve as guiding principles for our interactions with colleagues, fans, partners, and sponsors. We embody these in everything we do:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

How we say thank you

We offer a range of benefits in appreciation of your dedication, including:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday, rising with service (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Rewards platform with access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre, and more
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets and free WSL tickets for 2024/25
• In-house training and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer reflecting societal diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the application process. Please contact us if needed.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is integral to our operations. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All offers are conditional upon background checks, including references, DBS checks, and verification of eligibility. We do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.