Weekend Breakfast Chef

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent catering services company in Newport is seeking a Weekend Breakfast Chef to prepare and serve high-quality breakfasts. The successful candidate will have hands-on culinary experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for food. This part-time role involves maintaining cleanliness and food safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment and offers a range of employee benefits. Enjoy a supportive team culture and the opportunity to grow in your culinary career.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work programme

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environments.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow.
• Understanding of food production techniques and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality breakfasts.
• Support front-of-house team with warmth and efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Strong communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Rise and shine with Sodexo in Newport as our Weekend Breakfast Chef. This part-time weekend role is 12 hours per week, with shifts Saturday and Sunday from 6:30am to 12:30pm, paying £13.00 per hour. Free on-site parking is available.

Based in Newport, you’ll be an early riser with energy, creativity, and a flair for great food to join our morning kitchen team. In this role, you’ll be preparing and serving fresh, high-quality breakfasts that set the tone for the day, keeping our on-site colleagues fuelled, motivated, and smiling. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, take pride in presentation, and enjoy creating dishes that brighten someone’s morning, this is the perfect weekend opportunity for you.

Apply today to start this weekend and be part of something bigger.

What You'll Be Serving Up

• Start the day right – Craft delicious, high-quality breakfasts that leave a lasting impression, driven by your passion for perfection.
• Be the face of flavour—support the front-of-house team by serving great food with warmth, efficiency, and a smile.
• Champion cleanliness and safety—maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, health, and safety every step of the way.
• Contribute to our winning recipe—help foster a positive, energetic, and forward-thinking kitchen environment.
• Bring your unique flavour – Share your ideas, explore new techniques, and grow with a team that values creativity and continuous improvement.

What You Bring

• Passionate & Driven – Brings genuine enthusiasm for the industry with hands-on experience in fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environments. Formal qualifications are not essential — a willingness to learn, adapt, and grow is key.
• Skilled & Organised – Confident using IT and Microsoft Office, with strong communication, time management, and organisational skills.
• Culinary Expertise – In-depth understanding of food production techniques, allergen management, and food safety standards, with a commitment to consistency and quality.
• Leadership & Collaboration – Proven ability to lead, inspire, and support team members while managing your own performance to a high standard.
• Resilient & Detail-Focused – Performs well under pressure, upholds high standards, welcomes feedback, and is always looking for ways to improve.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day