Head Breakfast Chef

Job Description

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Head Breakfast Chef Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat Full Time | Permanent Reports to: Executive Chef / Senior Head Chefs Salary: £35,000 per annum Estimated Start Date: 04 January 2027

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The Opportunity

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• We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Head Breakfast Chef to take ownership of our breakfast kitchen operation at Ardencote
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Breakfast is an important part of our guests’ experience, and we’re looking for someone who can lead from the front – delivering exceptional food, maintaining high standards and creating a positive, well-organised kitchen where the team can perform at their best

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• You’ll lead the day-to-day breakfast operation, working closely with our Executive Chef, Senior Head Chefs and wider Food & Beverage team to deliver a smooth, efficient and memorable service
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What You’ll Be Doing

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• Taking ownership of the day-to-day running of the breakfast kitchen /n
• Leading, organising and motivainge the breakfast kitchen brigade /n
• Ensuring breakfast dishes are prepared, cooked and presented consistently to a high standard /n
• Managing service effectively, ensuring food is available in the right quantities, at the right time and with minimal waste /n
• Maintaining high standards across buffet and plated breakfast service /n
• Supporting menu planning and development, using fresh, local and seasonal produce wherever possible /n
• Maintaining recipe, presentation, portion and food quality standards /n
• Supporting food costing, stock management and waste reduction /n
• Ensuring dietary requirements and allergens are managed safely and correctly /n
• Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen organisation /n
• Allocating duties effectively and ensure the team is prepared for service /n
• Coaching, training and developing chefs within the breakfast brigade /n
• Monitoring performance and provide clear, constructive feedback /n
• Working closely with Front of House and the wider Food & Beverage team to deliver a seamless guest experience /n
• Engaging with guests during service and respond positively to feedback /n
• Working with the Executive Chef and senior team to resolve any food or service concerns quickly and professionally /n
• Continually look for ways to improve quality, efficiency and the overall breakfast experience /n
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What We’re Looking For

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• We’re looking for a confident chef and natural leader who takes pride in delivering an exceptional breakfast experience
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• Must have previous experience in a senior chef or breakfast leadership role within a busy hospitality environment /n
• Must have excellent breakfast cookery and kitchen operational experience /n
• Must have experience leading, motivating and developing a kitchen team /n
• Must have excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management /n
• Must have an excellent understanding of stock control, food costs and waste management /n
• Must have experience maintaining recipe, portion and presentation standards /n
• Must have the ability to organise a busy service and delegate effectively /n
• Must have a passion for fresh, high-quality food and seasonal ingredients /n
• Must have excellent communication and organisational skills /n
• Must have a calm, positive and hands-on approach to leadership /n
• Must have a genuine commitment to creating an excellent guest experience /n
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• Our Values
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• Everything we do is underpinned by our Hiddenwell values:
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• Integrity – Lead by example, make responsible decisions and maintain high standards across food safety, people and kitchen operations
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• Excellence – Take pride in delivering exceptional food, presentation and service every morning
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• Teamwork – Build a positive kitchen brigade and work closely with Front of House and the wider Food & Beverage team
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• Respect – Lead fairly, value your team and create an environment where people feel supported and encouraged to develop
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• Commitment – Take ownership of the breakfast operation and continually look for ways to improve quality, efficiency and the guest experience
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• Make Breakfast Something Guests Remember
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• For many of our guests, breakfast is one of the final experiences they have with us – and we want it to be one of the best
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• If you’re a talented chef who loves breakfast, enjoys leading a team and takes pride in creating consistently excellent food, we’d love to hear from you
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• Lead the team. Set the standard. Start every guest’s day the Hiddenwell way
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• Apply today to join Hiddenwell as our Head Breakfast Chef
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• Additional Information
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• 45 hours per week – Full-Time permanent position /n
• Working 5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and bank holidays, you will need to be flexible to the business needs) /n
• Salary: £35,000 per annum /n
• Shift Pattern: 6:00am - 3:00pm /n
• Right to work in the UK required as time of application (visa sponsorship is not available) /n
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Why Join Hiddenwell?

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• Complimentary spa day on your work anniversary
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• Free use of leisure and spa facilities
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• 30% off stays and spa days
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• Discounts on food, drink and retail
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• Pension scheme
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• Free parking
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• Employee Assistance Programme
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• Perkbox benefits and Online GP
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• Refer-a-Friend bonus
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• Excellent training and career development
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• A supportive team where you can grow
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Hiddenwell — Well hidden. Best found.

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