Breakfast Chef

The Scarlet Hotel; Newquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Cornwall is seeking a dedicated Breakfast Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. You will prepare and serve high-quality breakfast dishes, ensuring presentation and hygiene standards are met. Ideal candidates will have previous kitchen experience and a passion for hospitality. This role offers competitive pay, a permanent contract, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

People-centric environment

Career progression opportunities

28 days holiday per year (29 after 1 year)

Free stay after first year

40% off food and drinks

Health Shield Healthcare Plan

Temporary staff accommodation

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen (breakfast service preferred).
• Food hygiene certification (Level 2 or above desirable).
• Culinary training or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to a high standard.
• Ensure food is presented beautifully and served promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver a smooth breakfast service.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering as needed.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.

Skills

Excellent time management

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work efficiently under pressure

Passion for food and hospitality

Education

Food hygiene certification (Level 2 or above)

Culinary training or relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Are you…

An early riser who loves crafting delicious breakfasts?

Passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients and creative cooking?

Looking to work in a vibrant, guest-focused kitchen team?

What do we want?

We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Breakfast Chef to join our Wild Café kitchen team at Bedruthan Hotel. You’ll be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality breakfast dishes that delight our guests and reflect our commitment to fresh, local ingredients. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced morning environment and takes pride in their culinary craft.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to a high standard.
• Ensure food is presented beautifully and served promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver a smooth breakfast service.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering as needed.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen (breakfast service preferred).
• Food hygiene certification (Level 2 or above desirable).
• Culinary training or relevant experience.

Key Skills

• Excellent time management and organisation.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Passion for food and hospitality.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate: £13.77 per hour plus a share of hotel tips.
• A people-centric working environment.
• Learning and internal career progression opportunities.
• A permanent contract with 28 days holiday per year (29 after 1 year).
• Long service scheme – enjoy a free stay at Bedruthan after your first year!
• Enjoy 40% off food and drinks, along with a range of other services throughout the hotel with our own discount scheme.
• Local partnership discounts.
• Health Shield Healthcare Plan.
• Temporary staff accommodation available.

Perched on the rugged clifftops of North Cornwall, Bedruthan and Scarlet have always been trailblazers in hospitality. Joining our team isn’t just a job – it’s a lifestyle choice. Be part of one of the most exciting independent companies in the UK.