Breakfast Chef

Kew Green Hotels; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development through apprentices

Discounts on hotel stays

Gym/pool access

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a Breakfast Chef to lead our morning kitchen operations and provide guests with a top-quality start to their day. The role is hands-on, focusing on breakfast buffet and brunch, while ensuring efficiency, cleanliness and a memorable guest experience.

You’ll manage breakfast setup, cook and present dishes to brand specs, and deliver exceptional service even during busy periods. Experience in busy hotels is desirable; we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Hotel/kitchen experience preferred.
• Early riser with breakfast experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong hygiene and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare for breakfast service to ensure smooth operation.
• Cook and present breakfast dishes per brand/company specs.
• Support guest requests where possible.
• Monitor portions and waste to protect profitability.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times.

Skills

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Food hygiene

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate and energetic Breakfast Chef to lead our morning kitchen operation and give every guest the best possible start to their day.

This is a hands‑on role where organisation, pace and attention to detail are essential. From preparing and presenting a high‑quality breakfast buffet to preparing delicious brunch, lunch and conference dishes, you’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming and memorable guest experience each morning.

About the Role

As Breakfast Chef, you’ll take overall responsibility for breakfast operations within the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, cleanliness and service.

You’ll create a calm and organised breakfast environment while working efficiently to deliver an excellent guest experience, even during busy periods.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up and preparing for breakfast service to ensure a smooth and organised operation
• Preparing, cooking and presenting a range of breakfast dishes to brand and company specifications
• Supporting and facilitating special guest requests wherever possible
• Monitoring portion control and waste to help maintain profitability
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety and cleanliness at all times

About You

You’re an early riser who is at their best first thing in the morning, is passionate about food and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Strong cooking skills gained within a busy kitchen environment
• Great interpersonal and communication skills with a positive and approachable attitude
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering quality
• The ability to remain calm, organised and focused under pressure
• A proactive, self‑motivated and confident approach
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Flexibility and a hands‑on attitude with a willingness to support the wider team
• A hard‑working mindset combined with a fun and positive energy

Experience within hotels is desirable, but we welcome applications with experience from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme.
• Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
• Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
• 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.

Next Steps

A member of our team will be in touch to arrange a 15-minute phone conversation with shortlisted candidates. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the role and for us to understand your experience in more detail. If successful at this stage, you will be invited to meet with the Hiring Manager.

We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.

At Kew Green Hotels, 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] - we’re here to support you.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people‑driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels and teams that make us proud.

Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.