Are you an early riser with a passion for creating exceptional breakfasts? We’re looking for a talented Breakfast Chef to join our award-winning kitchen at Dormy House Hotel & Spa—one of the Cotswolds' most celebrated boutique luxury hotels.
Set within the beautiful 500-acre Farncombe Estate, Dormy House is renowned for its exceptional food offering. From The Back Garden (3 AA Rosettes) to our Michelin Guide-featured chef's table, MO (4 AA Rosettes), you'll become part of a kitchen that prides itself on quality, consistency and outstanding hospitality from the very first meal of the day.
Working under the guidance of Michelin-starred Culinary Director Martin Burge, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional breakfasts using the finest seasonal ingredients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys working independently, takes pride in presentation, and wants to be part of a supportive, high-performing brigade.
Your role
As our Breakfast Chef, you'll:
- Prepare and serve high-quality breakfasts to our guests
- Ensure breakfast service runs smoothly, efficiently and to the highest standards
- Prepare ingredients for breakfast and support with mise en place for the wider kitchen where required
- Maintain exceptional food hygiene, cleanliness and organisation
- Work closely with the wider kitchen brigade to deliver a seamless guest experience
- Help uphold the high culinary standards Dormy House is known for
What we're looking for
- Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie or similar
- A passion for quality ingredients and beautifully prepared food
- The ability to work efficiently and calmly during busy breakfast services
- A positive, reliable and professional attitude
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A genuine desire to learn and continue developing your culinary career
The details
- £37,440 per year (plus share of gratuities of approximately £3,000–£3,500 per year – total package approximately £40,940)
- 48 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including weekends)
- Meals on duty & uniform provided
- Live-in accommodation available
Why you'll love working here
- 30 days holiday (rising to 35 with service)
- Birthday lunch on us
- Mental health support & wellbeing resources
- High street discounts & cashback card
- Estate discounts on stays, dining, wine & spa
- £1,000 recognition reward
- Up to £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
- Premium pay for Christmas & New Year
- Optional healthcare cash plan
- Free financial planning support
- Apprenticeships & development opportunities
At Farncombe, we're proud to be a B Corp Certified company and members of the Hoteliers' Charter—committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity, with wellbeing and development at the heart of everything we do.
Due to our rural location (WR12 7LF), you'll need your own transport unless living on site.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,440.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
