Breakfast Chef

Aimbridge; North East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Staff discounts

Stream pay as earned

Employee assistance programme

Career and lifestyle breaks

Uncapped incentives

Free staff parking

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Breakfast Chef to join our team. You will prepare a range of breakfast dishes, set up and replenish the breakfast buffet, and assist with lunch and dinner service as required.

The role requires a capacity to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene, work quickly in a fast-paced environment, and be flexible for evenings and weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef or similar role in a hotel or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of breakfast preparation and cooking techniques.
• Commitment to continually developing culinary skills and maintaining standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast buffet according to menu specifications and replenish during service.
• Assist with kitchen prep for lunch and dinner services and events.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas and follow safety regulations.
• Work with senior chefs and adapt to busy service periods.

Skills

Breakfast chef experience

Food preparation skills

Breakfast cooking techniques

Willingness to develop culinary skills

Team player / flexible hours

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

We are seeking a Breakfast Chef to join our team and prepare a range of breakfast dishes according to menu specifications. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing the breakfast buffet, replenishing it as needed throughout breakfast service, and ensuring all food is prepared and served to a high standard of quality and presentation. The Breakfast Chef will also assist with preparing the kitchen for lunch and dinner service, as well as any conferences or events taking place within the hotel. It is essential that the candidate maintains cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and food preparation areas and adhere to all food safety and health and safety regulations.

What do we need from you?

• Proven experience as a Breakfast Chef or similar role in a hotel or restaurant setting with a strong knowledge of food preparation and breakfast cooking techniques, and a willingness to continually develop culinary skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions from senior chefs.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including adherence to food safety regulations and proper use of kitchen equipment and cleaning products.
• Good communication skills, willingness to work as part of a team, and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’