At the Priory Hotel, you’re more than just a team member, you are part of an Employee-Owned Hotel where your skills and dedication make a real difference.
Nestled in the charming village of Beauly, just 12 miles northwest of Inverness, our hotel features 37 bedrooms, a popular restaurant, a welcoming coffee lounge and a lively bar serving both our hotel guests and the local community.
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Breakfast Chef to join our busy kitchen team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of breakfast dishes that delight our guests and set the tone for their day. This is a varied role which will focus on breakfast service, while also supporting lunch service and food preparation for our other busy services throughout the day.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality food, works well in a busy kitchen and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Breakfast Service – Prepare and cook a high-quality breakfast service for our hotel guests, including cooked breakfasts, eggs, bacon, sausages and other breakfast dishes.
- Breakfast Preparation – Complete all daily breakfast preparation efficiently and ensure the section is fully prepared and organised for service.
- Lunch Service – Assist with preparing and cooking lunch service, ensuring dishes are produced to a consistently high standard.
- General Food Preparation – Carry out preparation for other kitchen services, including chopping, portioning, sauces, stocks, desserts and other dishes as required.
- Service Support – Work alongside the wider kitchen team to support smooth and efficient service during busy periods.
- Quality & Presentation – Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to the required standards.
- Stock & Organisation – Keep food areas replenished, organised and correctly stored, while helping to monitor stock levels.
- Food Safety & Hygiene – Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and food safety throughout the kitchen.
- Allergens – Follow allergen procedures carefully and ensure dietary requirements are handled safely and accurately.
- Kitchen Organisation – Keep the breakfast section and preparation areas clean, tidy and organised throughout the day.
- Teamwork & Communication – Work effectively with senior chefs and the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Adaptability – Be willing to assist across different kitchen sections and with other duties as required to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience working as a chef, ideally with experience in breakfast and daytime service.
- Confident cooking a range of breakfast dishes to a high standard.
- Experience of preparing food for busy lunch or other kitchen services.
- Able to work efficiently and calmly in a busy, high-volume environment.
- Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety and allergen procedures.
- Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
- A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Keen to learn and receptive to guidance from senior chefs.
- Flexible and adaptable, with a strong work ethic.
- Takes pride in food quality, presentation and consistency.
- Holds or is willing to obtain a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
What We Offer
At the Priory Hotel, you will be part of an Employee-Owned Hotel, meaning our team plays an important part in the success of the business.
As part of our team, you’ll also have access to a performance-related bonus scheme, tax-free after 12 months’ service. Bonuses are dependent on the business’s profitability and are not guaranteed.
Salary: Negotiable based on experience and age.
THERE IS NO ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.
If you enjoy cooking, take pride in your work and want a varied role within a friendly, supportive and busy hotel kitchen, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Priory Hotel team.
Pay: From £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
