Breakfast Chef Job

Greycoat Lumleys; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium countryside hospitality destination in England is seeking a dedicated Breakfast Chef to join a high-performing kitchen team. You will prepare and cook breakfast dishes, champion seasonal produce, and work alongside senior chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate should possess strong cooking skills, excellent communication, and a passion for high-quality food. Personal transport is required due to the rural location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within breakfast or high-end dining.
• Strong understanding of seasonal and produce-led cooking.
• Ability to work efficiently in early-morning service.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• A passion for high-quality, honest food.
• Personal transport (rural location).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to consistently high standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and workstation readiness.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of all breakfast dishes.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate closely with the wider brigade, sharing knowledge.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Knowledge of seasonal produce

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Breakfast Chef Job, Gloucestershire

We’re seeking a dedicated and passionate Breakfast Chef to join a high-performing kitchen team within a premium countryside hospitality destination. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who values seasonality, sustainability, and produce-led cooking to help deliver exceptional breakfast experiences while supporting morning kitchen operations.

Breakfast Service & Kitchen Operations

• Prepare and cook breakfast dishes to consistently high standards


• Work closely with senior chefs to deliver a smooth, efficient morning service


• Maintain strong communication during daily kitchen briefings


• Uphold a positive, collaborative, and quality-driven kitchen culture

Seasonal & Produce-Led Cooking

• Champion the use of seasonal, local, and home-grown produce from gardens, orchards, and on-site livestock


• Adapt menus daily based on what the land provides


• Contribute to dishes that reflect the venue’s modern countryside food ethos


• Maintain knowledge of ingredients grown and produced on-site

Operational Standards

• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of all breakfast dishes


• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and workstation readiness


• Follow established SOPs to support consistency and efficiency


• Work effectively under time-sensitive morning service conditions

Health, Safety & Hygiene

• Adhere to all food safety regulations and hygiene standards


• Support daily and weekly cleaning routines


• Maintain practices aligned with regulatory hygiene guidelines

Team Support & Development

• Collaborate closely with the wider brigade, sharing knowledge and maintaining morale


• Demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills


• Contribute to a culture focused on learning, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Performance Indicators

• Quality and consistency of breakfast dishes


• Smooth, timely morning service


• Effective use of seasonal and home-grown produce


• Adherence to hygiene and safety procedures


• Positive contribution to kitchen teamwork and culture

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within breakfast or high-end dining


• Strong understanding of seasonal and produce-led cooking


• Ability to work efficiently in early-morning service


• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills


• A passion for high-quality, honest food


• Personal transport (rural location)