Breakfast Chef - Hounslow

Chartwells Independent; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workplace catering is seeking a talented Breakfast Chef for their Hounslow location. The role involves preparing high-quality breakfast items, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional service standards. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including meal provisions and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Meal provided during shifts

Financial wellbeing programs

Free annual healthcare check

Discounted health cash plan

Pension scheme and Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition awards

Shopping discounts

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar contract catering role.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent culinary and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare all breakfast service items.
• Plan, organise, innovate, and oversee food preparation.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Innovation

Education

Experience in contract catering

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Food management systems

Job description

Breakfast Chef - Hounslow

Up to £33,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Monday to Friday 7am - 3.30pm

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Breakfast Chef to join our dedicated catering team in Hounslow. You will be responsible for producing outstanding food using the finest and freshest ingredients in this prestigious contract.

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful & planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces daily. We believe that fueling employees throughout the day enhances their focus, nourishes their bodies and minds, and motivates peak performance. Our food experiences are driven by our commitment to sustainability and responsibility, aiming for net zero by 2030.

About the role

1. Cook and prepare all breakfast service items, and assist in lunch preparations, including grab-and-go boxes.
2. Plan, organise, innovate, and oversee the preparation and cooking of food, ensuring the company's reputation for quality is maintained with customers and clients.
3. Support our and our clients' sustainability goals to achieve net zero by 2030.
4. Create a positive kitchen environment where your team feels welcomed, supported, and developed.
5. Focus on service execution and delivery excellence at all times.
6. Drive sales through menu planning and promotional activities.
7. Implement and maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, HS, and COSHH within the kitchen.
8. Monitor food quality and costs to facilitate budget control and manage expenses effectively.
9. Maintain excellence in food quality and customer service.

About You

1. Previous experience in a similar contract catering role.
2. Ability to motivate and manage a team to deliver consistent standards.
3. Excellent culinary and presentation skills, with an innovative approach.
4. Passionate about hospitality, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Leadership qualities with a focus on developing team members.
6. Understanding of profit margins, purchasing policies, budgeting, and food costing.
7. Experience with stock and waste control.
8. Knowledge of food management systems, HACCP, Food Safety, Health and Safety, Natasha's Law, Allergens, and Manual Handling.

About us

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Meal provided during shifts
• Financial wellbeing programs and preferred rates on salary finance products
• Aviva Digi care – Free annual healthcare check
• Medicash – Discounted health cash plan covering medical treatments for you and your family
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition awards, including peer recognition and Long Service Awards
• Exclusive Wellbeing benefits (Perks at Work)
• Shopping discounts at high street and online stores
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities

We're people-powered at Eurest

We are passionate about our work and committed to attracting the best talent. Join us and discover what makes Eurest an exciting place to work.

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and advance in their careers. We celebrate diversity and strive to ensure all team members feel valued, empowered, and able to reach their full potential.