Breakfast Chef - Saison Restaurant

21c Museum Hotels; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in London is seeking a skilled kitchen manager to oversee the breakfast section. The ideal candidate will ensure high service levels, maintain hygiene standards, and train junior staff. This role requires excellent communication and time management skills, with a willingness to contribute to a 24-hour operational schedule.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering high service levels under pressure.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the breakfast kitchen section, ensuring standards are met.
• Train demi chefs, commis chefs, and apprentices to uphold standards.
• Coordinate with sous chefs on stock ordering and deliveries.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Customer Service

Job description

Scope of Position

Reporting to the sous chefs, you will lead and manage the breakfast section of the kitchen, overseeing and coordinating with commis and demi chef de parties. Your responsibilities include assisting sous chefs in food preparation and service, ensuring adherence to Raffles and Mauro’s standards, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of equipment and utensils.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the breakfast kitchen section, ensuring production, service, and hygiene standards are met.
• Follow procedures, methods, and recipes as communicated.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items, equipment, and dry goods.
• Coordinate with sous chefs on stock ordering and deliveries.
• Train demi chefs, commis chefs, and apprentices to uphold standards.
• Participate in the development and production of dishes across outlets, maintaining quality standards.
• Engage in projects aimed at kitchen improvements.
• Provide clear explanations of services to guests, visitors, and staff.
• Respond promptly to the service needs of guests and staff.

• Perform additional duties as required, including working in different departments or outlets when necessary.

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in delivering high service levels under pressure.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to multitask while maintaining professionalism.
• Willingness to contribute to a 24-hour operational schedule when needed.