Breakfast Chef

BOXPARK; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in the United Kingdom is searching for a passionate Breakfast Chef to join their team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality breakfast service and preparing for lunch. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in a breakfast setting and strong knife skills. This position offers opportunities for training and development within an expanding company known for its warm community atmosphere. Benefits include a competitive salary, discounts, and bonuses.

Benefits

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

50% off food at any Heartwood Inns

Bespoke training and development

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Instant pay access through EarlyPay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a breakfast service setting.
• Proven track record in delivering great quality and fresh food.
• Ability to prep for lunch after breakfast service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent a la carte breakfast service.
• Prepare food for morning service and lunch service.

Skills

Passion for quality food

Intermediate knife skills

Ability to work alone and in a team

Job description

Breakfast Chef

On Target Earnings £14 - £14.50
Starts from 6:30 am

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Breakfast Chef de Partie

We’re an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC*
• Morning service and lunch service prep
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• Have a passion and a proven track record in delivering great quality and fresh food
• Able to work at an a la carte breakfast service as part of the kitchen team and can work alone
• 2-3 years experience in a breakfast service setting with intermediate knife skills and able to prep for lunch

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

*The hourly rate/ package includes TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months’ average.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship