Overview
We are seeking a passionate, energetic and experienced Breakfast & Brunch Chef to join Edison’s Coffee & Wine.
You will be the main chef on duty, so you must be confident managing the kitchen independently while coordinating with our front-of-house team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy café environment and takes genuine pride in creating delicious, beautifully presented brunch dishes.
Our menu focuses on modern, high-quality breakfast and brunch food. We want every plate to look impressive, taste exceptional and be served consistently, even during busy periods.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast and brunch dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Produce attractive, restaurant-quality plates with excellent presentation and attention to detail.
- Independently organise and manage the kitchen during breakfast and lunch service.
- Complete food-preparation tasks, including chopping, portioning and preparing ingredients before service.
- Follow recipes, presentation guidelines and portion controls accurately.
- Manage multiple orders efficiently during busy periods without compromising quality.
- Monitor ingredient and stock levels and communicate replenishment requirements to management.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen throughout every shift.
- Follow all food-safety, allergen-management, storage and hygiene procedures.
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure orders are prepared correctly and served promptly.
- Assist with developing and improving exciting breakfast and brunch dishes.
Experience and Skills
- Previous experience as a breakfast, brunch or restaurant chef.
- Strong cooking skills and knowledge of breakfast and brunch preparation.
- A creative eye for producing modern, beautifully presented dishes.
- Confidence working independently and taking responsibility for the kitchen.
- Ability to remain organised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, allergens and safe food-handling procedures.
- Ability to operate and clean commercial kitchen equipment safely.
- Reliable, punctual and available for early-morning and weekend shifts.
- A Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate is preferred.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
If you are passionate about creating amazing-looking brunch food and are ready to take ownership of a busy café kitchen, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send us your CV, availability and a brief description of your relevant experience.
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
