Senior Breakfast Chef

The Dorchester; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in London seeks a Senior Breakfast Chef to lead their breakfast kitchen team. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining high food safety standards. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in luxury settings and a flair for creativity. The role offers attractive employee perks and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels

50% off food and beverages

Employee perks including pension contributions

Career development through apprenticeships

Referral bonus of £1000

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Breakfast Chef in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, hygiene standards, and food cost control.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the breakfast kitchen team.
• Manage daily mise-en-place and food production.
• Contribute to menu planning reflecting seasonality and guest feedback.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are followed.
• Train and develop junior team members.

Skills

Chef de Partie or Senior Breakfast Chef experience

Kitchen operations knowledge

Time management skills

Creative and adaptable

Fluent English communication

Job description

Join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef in The Grill Kitchen at The Dorchester Hotel, recently recognized as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024 and 2025, and ‘Hotel of the Year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We foster a culture of inclusiveness, driven by our values of passion, personality, respect, teamwork, and creativity.

We care about your career and are proud to have the best people in the industry.

As a Senior Breakfast Chef, you will have the opportunity to excel, learning from colleagues and our award-winning learning academy to achieve excellence in craft, service, and leadership.

At The Dorchester, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our five-star service.

What you'll do

You will lead the breakfast kitchen team, oversee food preparation, supervise your section, and ensure dishes are delivered with precision and elegance. Your role sets the tone for the day’s dining experience and supports our high standards. Responsibilities include:

• Leading and supervising the breakfast kitchen team, coordinating with chefs to deliver flawless service.
• Managing daily mise-en-place and food production, preparing a range of dishes from classics to innovative specials.
• Supporting the Junior Sous Chef or deputising in their absence.
• Contributing to menu planning with ideas reflecting seasonality and guest feedback.
• Ensuring portion control, managing food costs, and minimizing waste.
• Responding to dietary needs and special requests to provide a bespoke experience.
• Maintaining hygiene and food safety standards, ensuring HACCP protocols are followed.
• Training and developing junior team members, sharing knowledge and pride in the craft.

What you'll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Breakfast Chef in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, hygiene standards, and food cost control.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working independently during early morning shifts and overseeing a section.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Creative with flexibility to adapt to guest requests.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience in a five-star hotel breakfast service, involvement in menu development, allergen management, sustainability initiatives, mentoring junior chefs, and knowledge of modern plating techniques and international trends.

What you'll get

• Complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels.
• 50% off food and beverages at selected venues, plus discounts at high street and online shops.
• Employee perks including pension contributions, seasonal ticket loans, rental deposit schemes, financial advice, and eye care vouchers.
• Career development through apprenticeships from Level 2 to Degree Level 5.
• Participation in social events like parties, balls, quizzes, and celebrations.
• Referral bonus of £1000 for recommending a friend.
• Well-being support and immediate access to advice.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you need support during the recruitment process, contact the People & Culture team at 02073197011 or email [emailprotected].