Breakfast Chef (Demi Chef de Partie)

Leonardo Hotels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special hotel rates across UK & Europe

Company-wide recognition vouchers

Thank You Week activities

Ongoing job-related training and clear

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels is seeking a Breakfast Chef (Demi Chef De Partie) in Greater London to support the Head Chef and ensure a smooth, high-quality breakfast service. You will be part of a vibrant team, delivering memorable guest experiences while upholding the brand's standards.

Ideal candidates show passion for a busy kitchen environment, a willingness to learn, adaptability, and a drive to progress through our Junior Chef Programme and structured training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Love busy kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Be keen to step up when required.
• Aspirations for growth through Junior Chef Programme.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and keep breakfast service running smoothly.
• Deliver high-quality fresh breakfasts to guests.
• Act as an ambassador for Leonardo Hotels and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Skills

Busy kitchen environment

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

The Breakfast will support the smooth running and objectives of the Kitchen department. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness.

As a Breakfast Chef(Demi Chef De Partie) you'll be right in the heart of the hotel, so we want you to take pride in everything you'll be doing to support the Head Chef and keep things running like clockwork. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll be passionate about your working area and responsibilities, and working as part of a vibrant team to deliver the best breakfast experience to our guests!

If you're our ideal candidate, you will:

• Absolutely love the busy Kitchen environment
• Have a willingness to learn and adapt, and deliver the high-quality fresh breakfasts that our guests expect
• Be keen to step up when the situation demands
• Aspire to grow with us - with our amazing Junior Chef Programme, you can take your skills and career to the next level

Some of the perks you could enjoy include:

• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe
• Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Whether you join the NYX team, a Limited Edition or a Leonardo Hotel, you're part of the Leonardo Hotels community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!