Breakfast Chef

Relais & Châteaux; West of England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Castle stay after probation

Birthday day off

Sick pay

Job summary

Relais & Châteaux Thornbury Castle is seeking a Breakfast Chef to join our Brigade of talented Chefs. You will work in a beautifully restored Tudor castle, mentoring under our Executive Chef, David William, to create memorable 5* dishes for our guests.

We require a professional, high-end breakfast background with a calm, focused approach and strong teamwork. This full-time role is 40 hours per week over 5 days, with a salary around £31,000 per annum plus an additional share of service charges

Qualifications

• Experience in breakfast and high-end restaurants.
• Professional approach to hospitality.
• Dedicated team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve the breakfast section for guests.
• Support the team and assist colleagues during service.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Breakfast service

Team player

Food safety awareness

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Relais & Châteaux at Thornbury Castle is seeking a Breakfast Chefto join our Brigade of talented Chefs. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle, mentored by our exceptional Executive Chef, David William, creating truly memorable and impressive 5*dishes for our guests.

About Us

Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has almost completed a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces. our food style is modern British using the best locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and Sunday lunch as well as the occasional wedding and functions.

Our company goal is to deliver “refined and personalised hospitality” to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life. To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people.

Job Description

• A truly talented Chef with a professional approach, great passion and flair for the industry and food
• Experience in breakfast and high-end restaurants
• You will be responsible for the preparation and service of the breakfast section, supporting the team and helping colleagues
• Bringing a calm, mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressure
• Natural ability as a chef with outstanding attention for detail
• Dedicated, excellent team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative and the Ambition to succeed at the highest levels
• Strictly follow all food safety and health & safety procedures

Qualifications

• Professional Approach
• Dedicated team player with strong communication skills

Additional Information

• Full time permanent position 40 hours per week ( 5 days a week)
• Salary £31000k per annum
• An additional monthly share of service charge and tips
• 28-day holiday including bank holidays
• Additional Paid day off on your birthday
• Sickness benefit (5 days) after 6 months' service
• Referral program - £250 per new member of staff introduced
• Staff accommodation available on request
• Complimentary stay at the castle after 3 months, passed probation period
• Training programs via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilities
• Staff and Family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverage
• Recognition programs
• Access to online training facilities
• Uniform and meals provided whilst on duty and free parking