Sunrise Breakfast Chef — Local & Eco-Minded

The-Headland-Hotel-Co.-Ltd; Newquay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals (all shifts)

On-site parking

Gym access

Weekly swim session

Complimentary stay after 1 year

40% off spa products

25% off spa treatments

Complimentary meals annually

Pride of Britain Hotels rate

Discounted surf lessons

Job summary

The Headland is seeking a Breakfast Chef to lead our morning service, crafting fresh breakfast dishes and delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced coastal setting.

Ideal candidates will have experience in morning kitchen operations, mastery of egg cookery, and strong time management to thrive in early hours, with permanent full-time hours of 40 per week, including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef, Demi Chef de Partie, or Breakfast Chef with a strong foundation in professional kitchen operations and high-volume morning service.
• Excellent short-order cooking skills ( mastery of egg cookery, hot breakfast stations, and baked goods ).
• Early riser mindset with strong time management and energy for fast-paced breakfast services.
• Permanent, full-time contract working 40 hours per week; shifts primarily early mornings, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up your section early, prep fresh breakfast items, egg stations, and buffets to start the morning service smoothly.
• Cook, plate, and serve premium breakfast and brunch dishes, highlighting seasonal local ingredients.
• Maintain hygiene by keeping kitchen areas clean and adhering to food safety schedules and temperature logs.
• Support the wider brigade during breakfast rush and coordinate with front-of-house for timely service.

Skills

Breakfast cooking

Egg cookery

High-volume service

Team collaboration

Food safety

Job description

The Headland is seeking a Breakfast Chef to lead our morning service, crafting fresh breakfast dishes and delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced coastal setting.

Ideal candidates will have experience in morning kitchen operations, mastery of egg cookery, and strong time management to thrive in early hours, with permanent full-time hours of 40 per week, including weekends and bank holidays.