Breakfast Chef

Compass Group UK; Rugby; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rolling 4-on 4-off rota

Job summary

Rugby School in Rugby, Warwickshire, is seeking a Breakfast Chef as part of Lodestone House, within Compass Group UK & Ireland. The role is 24 hours per week with a rolling 4 days on, 4 days off rota, offering a balanced pattern for staff and students.

You will prepare fresh breakfasts from scratch, create varied menus, and ensure high standards of food quality and service while supporting the boarding house catering team.

Qualifications

• Experienced in a professional kitchen, hospitality, education or contract catering.
• Knowledgeable about food hygiene, safety and allergen management.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage time during busy breakfast services.
• Committed to excellent customer service and creating a positive dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, high-quality breakfasts using seasonal ingredients.
• Create a varied breakfast menu featuring British and international dishes prepared from scratch.
• Deliver an engaging, welcoming breakfast service that reflects students’ needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and hospitality.
• Support the House Chef with food preparation and mise en place for other meals and catering activities when required.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, allergen management and Health & Safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen.
• Build positive relationships with students and respond constructively to feedback.
• Work collaboratively with the boarding house catering team and report to the House Group Catering Manager.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support student wellbeing at all times.

Skills

Fresh food cooking

From-scratch cooking

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

BREAKFAST CHEF | RUGBY SCHOOL | £16,000

Rugby, Warwickshire | 24 Hours Per Week | 4 Days On, 4 Days Off Rolling Rota

Lodestone House, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting a passionate Breakfast Chef to join the catering team at Rugby School.

We have a range of catering opportunities across Rugby School’s boarding house kitchens and hospitality venues, with smaller teams working as part of the wider school catering operation.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Rugby School is renowned for its heritage and exceptional boarding experience. Food and hospitality play an important role in boarding house life, helping students start their day well and feel part of a welcoming community.

As Breakfast Chef, you’ll prepare fresh, nutritious and high-quality breakfasts for boarding students, creating a varied food offer that supports their wellbeing. You’ll work closely with the House Chef and wider catering team to deliver excellent food and service, with a rolling 4 days on, 4 days off rota offering a different working pattern.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook fresh, high-quality breakfasts using seasonal ingredients.
• Create a varied breakfast menu featuring British and international dishes prepared from scratch.
• Deliver an engaging, welcoming breakfast service that reflects students’ needs and preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and hospitality.
• Support the House Chef with food preparation and mise en place for other meals and catering activities when required.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, allergen management and Health & Safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen.
• Build positive relationships with students and respond constructively to feedback.
• Work collaboratively with the boarding house catering team and report to the House Group Catering Manager.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and support student wellbeing at all times.

WHO YOU ARE

• An enthusiastic chef with a passion for fresh food and cooking from scratch.
• Experienced in a professional kitchen, hospitality, hotel, restaurant, education or contract catering environment.
• Knowledgeable about food hygiene, food safety and allergen management.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage time effectively during busy breakfast services.
• Confident working independently while contributing positively to a team.
• Committed to excellent customer service and creating a positive dining experience for young people.
• Professional, flexible and keen to learn and develop.

WHY JOIN US?

This is an opportunity to make a real contribution to student life at one of the UK’s leading independent boarding schools. You’ll join a supportive catering team, prepare fresh food every day and benefit from a rolling rota designed to support work-life balance.

WORKING PATTERN

• 24 hours per week
• 4 days on, 4 days off rolling rota
• Salary: £16,000 per year
• Location: Rugby School, Rugby, Warwickshire

SAFEGUARDING

Rugby School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment checks, including DBS and relevant safeguarding checks.

Job Reference: com/0810/76398001/52838385/BU #Lodestone House

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!