Breakfast Chef: Lead Morning Service & Plating Excellence

Soho House & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meal on shift

50% Team discount on Food & Drink (7d)

Staff Room Rates

Health Cash Plan

Dental Plan

Birthday Day Off

Staff discount on Soho & Cow Shed

Charity days (2 paid)

Free Counselling Sessions

Cookhouse & House Tonic training

Continuous training

Team Events

Job summary

Soho House White City House in West London is seeking a Breakfast Chef to own the morning operations, delivering high-quality, nutritious breakfast dishes. You will handle mise en place, stock control, and menu execution during breakfast hours.

You will work with front and back of house, maintain health and safety standards, and mentor junior team members. A background of 2+ years in a busy venue and culinary qualifications are a plus, with flexible shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Passion for food, attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive, and respectful attitude in a busy kitchen environment.
• Culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 1 or 2) is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all breakfast dishes to the highest standards, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and timing.
• Ensuring mise en place is completed before service.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are met.
• Attending regular meetings with front and back of house teams to learn about menu or service changes and tastings.
• Support junior team members (e.g., Prep Chefs) through guidance and collaboration.
• Assist in preparation of team meals as requested, considering dietary needs and variety.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude towards learning, improvement, and teamwork.
• Take full responsibility for the breakfast section, ensuring smooth and timely service and clean-down post-service.
• Wrapping unused items and storing them in proper area at the end of service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2

Job description

Soho House White City House in West London is seeking a Breakfast Chef to own the morning operations, delivering high-quality, nutritious breakfast dishes. You will handle mise en place, stock control, and menu execution during breakfast hours.

You will work with front and back of house, maintain health and safety standards, and mentor junior team members. A background of 2+ years in a busy venue and culinary qualifications are a plus, with flexible shifts including weekends.