Breakfast Chef

Watergate Bay Hotel; Tregurrian; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free surf lessons

Surf equipment hire

Team discounts

Employee rates

Career progression

Job summary

Watergate Bay Hotel is seeking a Seasonal Breakfast Chef to join our CPU Kitchen. You’ll help kick-start guests’ days with freshly prepared breakfasts using Cornwall’s best produce, in a fast-paced environment along one of the UK’s most beautiful beaches.

Join a dedicated team that values work‑life balance, development opportunities, and a supportive, positive culture. The role is full-time seasonal from July, with opportunities to develop skills and enjoy a distinctive coastal setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and guest service.
• Calm under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Team-based approach to breakfast service.
• Attention to detail in high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve all breakfast items to high standards.
• Prepare for the day’s business in line with guest numbers.
• Complete mise en place and quantities for service.
• Cook eggs, porridge, and other breakfast dishes to order.
• Maintain clean, safe and well-organised work area and support kitchen team.

Skills

Passion for food

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Guest service mindset

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

Breakfast Chef | Watergate Bay Hotel – CPU Kitchen

This is a full-time seasonal position starting in July, supporting us during our busy season.

We’re here to share the joy of Watergate Bay for everyone, now and for the future.

That means doing everything we can to make sure our team, guests and planet stay happy through the moments we create and the impact we have.

Through proper hospitality, active relaxation and thoughtful experiences, we create the time and space for guests and teams to feel their best.

Dedicated, loyal guests who love what we do. A committed team with a shared outlook. A deep, instinctive care for the environment around us. It’s what sets Watergate Bay apart from other hotels and drives us to find extraordinary talent to join us.

Our Seasonal Breakfast Chef role

At Watergate Bay Hotel, breakfast is more than the first meal of the day; it's the first impression of every guest's stay.

As our Seasonal Breakfast Chef, you'll support our CPU kitchen and help kick‑start every guest's day with fresh, flavour‑packed breakfasts made using the very best of Cornwall's produce. From perfectly cooked classics to beautifully presented plates, you'll take pride in creating memorable mornings, one breakfast at a time.

In return, you'll join a team that genuinely looks after one another, with opportunities to develop your skills, enjoy a healthy work‑life balance and experience everything that makes Watergate Bay Hotel such a special place to work.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Preparing, cooking and serving all breakfast menu items to the highest standards.
• Preparing for each day's business in line with expected guest numbers.
• Completing all breakfast mise en place, including preparing the required quantities of cooked breakfast items ready for service.
• Preparing and cooking eggs, porridge and other breakfast dishes to order.
• Preparing fresh fruit, compotes, cold meats and buffet items, ensuring an attractive and well‑stocked presentation throughout service.
• Monitoring food quantities throughout service while minimising waste.
• Preparing children's buffet options when required, ensuring variety and balance.
• Working closely with our Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver a smooth and efficient breakfast service.
• Following all kitchen schedules, completing daily check sheets and temperature records.
• Maintaining an organised, clean and safe workplace for yourself and your colleagues.
• Supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and back‑of‑house areas.
• Recording all food waste accurately in line with hotel procedures.
• Following all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.

What we’re looking for

• A passion for the food industry and elevated guest service
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 (or equivalent) as a minimum
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Previous experience within a professional kitchen
• Previous experience preparing breakfast service or a proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Passion for great food and locally sourced produce
• A team‑player mindset with excellent communication skills
• Professional personal presentation
• Strong attention to detail
• A flexible attitude to working hours and variable shift patterns
• A genuine care about our team and our wider environment

What we can offer in return

• Free surf lessons, surfboards and wetsuits hire from Wavehunters
• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – at one of the UK’s most striking beaches
• A welcoming team, eager to support and encourage each other
• Excellent career prospects in an ever‑expanding organisation
• Special rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel
• Team discounts on Swim Club treatments, plus discounts at our restaurants for you, your friends and family.
• Team discounts with our partner businesses
• Team social events throughout the year
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances

Our commitment to our staff is reflected in our exceptional working environment – one that promotes work‑life balance, professional development, and a positive culture where everyone is heard and supported, always.

Working at Watergate Bay Hotel isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to help create something that really matters. Now and for generations to come.