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Senior Breakfast Chef
The Dorchester
Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon £38267.3 / Year
Senior Breakfast Chef
The Dorchester

Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon £38267.3 / Year
Skills
Food Preparation
Fine Dining Experience
Fluent in English
Classical Cooking Techniques
Description

Join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef in The Grill Kitchen at The Dorchester Hotel, recently recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024, 2025 and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.

When you join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef in The Grill Kitchen at The Dorchester Hotel, you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.

Here at the Dorchester, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of our Kitchen team, you will play a vital role in ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our commitment to five-star service.


What you'll do 

As a Senior Breakfast Chef at The Grill, you will lead the kitchen team through the earliest and most essential part of the day: breakfast service. You will oversee daily food preparation, supervise your section with confidence, and ensure every dish is delivered with precision, elegance, and flavour. Your role is vital in setting the tone for the day’s dining experience and supporting the high standards that define The Dorchester. In this role, you will:

  • Lead and supervise the breakfast kitchen team, coordinating with Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs de Partie to deliver a flawless service from early morning.

  • Take responsibility for daily mise-en-place and food production, preparing dishes that range from classic favourites to innovative breakfast specials.

  • Support the Junior Sous Chef or deputise in their absence, maintaining organisation, quality control, and service flow.

  • Collaborate in menu planning, contributing ideas that reflect seasonality, creativity, and guest feedback.

  • Ensure strict compliance with portion control, budgeted recipe costs, and minimising food waste.

  • Proactively respond to guest dietary needs and special requests, customising dishes to provide a bespoke five-star experience.

  • Maintain your section to the highest hygiene and food safety standards, ensuring all HACCP protocols are consistently met.

  • Support the training and development of junior team members, sharing your knowledge, experience, and pride in the craft.

What you'll bring 
Essential Skills and Experience 
  • Proven experience in a Chef de Partie or Senior Breakfast Chef role within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.

  • Strong understanding of kitchen operations, hygiene standards, and food cost control.

  • Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

  • Experience working independently during early morning shifts and confidently overseeing a section.

  • Fluent in English, with strong communication skills across the kitchen and service teams.
  • Creative, with the flexibility to adapt to guest requests and tailor dishes as required. 
Preferred Skills and Experience 
  • Previous experience in a five-star hotel breakfast service, especially with VIP or bespoke orders.

  • Involvement in menu development, allergen management, and sustainability initiatives.

  • Background in training junior chefs, supporting their growth through on-the-job mentoring.

  • Knowledge of modern plating techniques and international breakfast trends.

What you'l get 
  • Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
  • Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops
  • Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers.
  • Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
  • Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
  • Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
  • Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments  to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com  so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process. 


Join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef in The Grill Kitchen at The Dorchester Hotel, recently recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024, 2025 and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.

When you join us as a Senior Breakfast Chef in The Grill Kitchen at The Dorchester Hotel, you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.

Here at the Dorchester, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of our Kitchen team, you will play a vital role in ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our commitment to five-star service.


What you'll do 

As a Senior Breakfast Chef at The Grill, you will lead the kitchen team through the earliest and most essential part of the day: breakfast service. You will oversee daily food preparation, supervise your section with confidence, and ensure every dish is delivered with precision, elegance, and flavour. Your role is vital in setting the tone for the day’s dining experience and supporting the high standards that define The Dorchester. In this role, you will:

  • Lead and supervise the breakfast kitchen team, coordinating with Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs de Partie to deliver a flawless service from early morning.

  • Take responsibility for daily mise-en-place and food production, preparing dishes that range from classic favourites to innovative breakfast specials.

  • Support the Junior Sous Chef or deputise in their absence, maintaining organisation, quality control, and service flow.

  • Collaborate in menu planning, contributing ideas that reflect seasonality, creativity, and guest feedback.

  • Ensure strict compliance with portion control, budgeted recipe costs, and minimising food waste.

  • Proactively respond to guest dietary needs and special requests, customising dishes to provide a bespoke five-star experience.

  • Maintain your section to the highest hygiene and food safety standards, ensuring all HACCP protocols are consistently met.

  • Support the training and development of junior team members, sharing your knowledge, experience, and pride in the craft.

What you'll bring 
Essential Skills and Experience 
  • Proven experience in a Chef de Partie or Senior Breakfast Chef role within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.

  • Strong understanding of kitchen operations, hygiene standards, and food cost control.

  • Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

  • Experience working independently during early morning shifts and confidently overseeing a section.

  • Fluent in English, with strong communication skills across the kitchen and service teams.
  • Creative, with the flexibility to adapt to guest requests and tailor dishes as required. 
Preferred Skills and Experience 
  • Previous experience in a five-star hotel breakfast service, especially with VIP or bespoke orders.

  • Involvement in menu development, allergen management, and sustainability initiatives.

  • Background in training junior chefs, supporting their growth through on-the-job mentoring.

  • Knowledge of modern plating techniques and international breakfast trends.

What you'l get 
  • Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
  • Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops
  • Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers.
  • Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
  • Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
  • Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
  • Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments  to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com  so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.