Lead Breakfast Chef: Elevate Morning Service & Team

Ardencote; Stratford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa access

Discounted stays

Pension scheme

Free parking

Job summary

Ardencote Manor, Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat, is seeking an experienced Head Breakfast Chef to own the breakfast kitchen and lead a busy brigade with energy, pride and precision. You will set the standard for breakfast quality, presentation and service across buffet and plated dishes.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Senior Head Chefs, you’ll drive menu development, cost control, dietary compliance and seamless guest experiences, with a 6:00am–3:00pm schedule and a £35,000

Qualifications

• Senior chef or breakfast leadership experience.
• Excellent breakfast cookery and kitchen operations experience.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing a kitchen team.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Understanding of stock control, food costs and waste management.
• Ability to organise a busy service and delegate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day breakfast kitchen operations.
• Lead, organise and motivate the breakfast brigade.
• Ensure breakfast dishes are prepared and presented to a high standard.
• Manage service to ensure correct quantities, timing and minimal waste.
• Coach, train and develop breakfast chefs.
• Work with Front of House to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Respond to guest feedback and continuously improve breakfast service.

Skills

Leadership

Breakfast cookery

Food safety

Allergen management

Menu development

Job description

Ardencote Manor, Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat, is seeking an experienced Head Breakfast Chef to own the breakfast kitchen and lead a busy brigade with energy, pride and precision. You will set the standard for breakfast quality, presentation and service across buffet and plated dishes.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Senior Head Chefs, you’ll drive menu development, cost control, dietary compliance and seamless guest experiences, with a 6:00am–3:00pm schedule and a £35,000