Breakfast Chef de Partie

Steeped in history and situated in the heart of Belgravia, The Pembroke stands apart as a unique club for Londoners. From the spirit of our members to the splendour of our events, we are a home for eclectic and excellent living. A place to eat, drink, dance and meet, The Pembroke opens its doors to those who wish to fill their world with the finest experiences, from cocktails to culture, billiards to business.

As part of our premium culinary offering, The Pembroke features multiple restaurants showcasing vibrant flavors, seasonal produce and elevated dining. The main kitchen department will support four distinct restaurants and an events output, so there is opportunity to learn a variety of cuisines, and the ability to move within the restaurant teams.

ROLE OVERVIEW

To further elevate and enhance our operations, we are seeking an accomplished breakfast chef to contribute to and deliver on the club's success, providing exceptional breakfast experiences for our members.

The Breakfast Chef oversees and manages the breakfast operation, ensuring smooth and efficient daily service, preparing and delivering high-quality breakfast dishes consistently during both preparation and service.

This role supports the Sous Chef and Head Chef in maintaining kitchen standards and workflow, whilst upholding strict food safety, hygiene and cleanliness practices throughout the breakfast section and contributing to menu preparation, development and continuous improvement of the breakfast offering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, cook and present breakfast dishes to the restaurant's quality standards.
• Maintain proper mise en place and ensure the breakfast section is fully prepared for service.
• Ensure breakfast service runs efficiently, delivering dishes accurately and within designated service times.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste and assist with ordering as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness, organisation and compliance with food safety regulations and other training relevant to your role.
• Follow all dish specifications, recipes and preparation methods consistently to maintain quality.
• Ensure portion sizes, cooking times and presentation strictly match the restaurant's standards.
• Maintain accurate recipe adherence to control costs, reduce waste and ensure consistency.
• Report any deviations from recipe specifications or quality issues to senior chefs immediately.
• Assist with the preparation of bakery items, pastries, breakfast garnishes and other breakfast-related mise en place as required.

EVENTS FOOD OVERSIGHT

• Assist in the preparation and execution of breakfast events, meeting catering and member functions by producing high-quality dishes in line with the standards set by senior chefs.
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Senior Sous Chef to organise mise en place for upcoming breakfast events, ensuring all items are prepared accurately and on schedule.
• Support smooth service during events by maintaining excellent organisation, communicating with the team and responding quickly to instructions or last-minute changes.
• Ensure all dishes sent from the breakfast kitchen are consistent, well presented and aligned with any dietary requirements or special requests.
• Help maintain cleanliness, organisation and readiness throughout breakfast service, contributing to a seamless and professional kitchen operation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie background.
• Solid understanding of breakfast cookery, kitchen operations, cooking techniques and food safety.
• Ability to stay calm and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused mindset.
• Good organisational skills with high attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to work early morning shifts whilst maintaining high standards of quality and service.
• Knowledge of allergen management and dietary requirements.
• Passion for delivering exceptional food and member experiences.

WHAT WE OFFER

·       Best-in-class salary

·       Family meal on shift

·       Industry-leading Learning & Development opportunities

·       Pension scheme – including employer contributions.

·       Annual staff award ceremony and party

·       More benefits to be set up as we open

Steeped in history and situated in the heart of Belgravia, The Pembroke stands apart as a unique club for Londoners. From the spirit of our members to the splendour of our events, we are a home for eclectic and excellent living. A place to eat, drink, dance and meet, The Pembroke opens its doors to those who wish to fill their world with the finest experiences, from cocktails to culture, billiards to business.

As part of our premium culinary offering, The Pembroke features multiple restaurants showcasing vibrant flavors, seasonal produce and elevated dining. The main kitchen department will support four distinct restaurants and an events output, so there is opportunity to learn a variety of cuisines, and the ability to move within the restaurant teams.

ROLE OVERVIEW

To further elevate and enhance our operations, we are seeking an accomplished breakfast chef to contribute to and deliver on the club's success, providing exceptional breakfast experiences for our members.

The Breakfast Chef oversees and manages the breakfast operation, ensuring smooth and efficient daily service, preparing and delivering high-quality breakfast dishes consistently during both preparation and service.

This role supports the Sous Chef and Head Chef in maintaining kitchen standards and workflow, whilst upholding strict food safety, hygiene and cleanliness practices throughout the breakfast section and contributing to menu preparation, development and continuous improvement of the breakfast offering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, cook and present breakfast dishes to the restaurant's quality standards.
• Maintain proper mise en place and ensure the breakfast section is fully prepared for service.
• Ensure breakfast service runs efficiently, delivering dishes accurately and within designated service times.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste and assist with ordering as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness, organisation and compliance with food safety regulations and other training relevant to your role.
• Follow all dish specifications, recipes and preparation methods consistently to maintain quality.
• Ensure portion sizes, cooking times and presentation strictly match the restaurant's standards.
• Maintain accurate recipe adherence to control costs, reduce waste and ensure consistency.
• Report any deviations from recipe specifications or quality issues to senior chefs immediately.
• Assist with the preparation of bakery items, pastries, breakfast garnishes and other breakfast-related mise en place as required.

EVENTS FOOD OVERSIGHT

• Assist in the preparation and execution of breakfast events, meeting catering and member functions by producing high-quality dishes in line with the standards set by senior chefs.
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Senior Sous Chef to organise mise en place for upcoming breakfast events, ensuring all items are prepared accurately and on schedule.
• Support smooth service during events by maintaining excellent organisation, communicating with the team and responding quickly to instructions or last-minute changes.
• Ensure all dishes sent from the breakfast kitchen are consistent, well presented and aligned with any dietary requirements or special requests.
• Help maintain cleanliness, organisation and readiness throughout breakfast service, contributing to a seamless and professional kitchen operation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie background.
• Solid understanding of breakfast cookery, kitchen operations, cooking techniques and food safety.
• Ability to stay calm and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused mindset.
• Good organisational skills with high attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to work early morning shifts whilst maintaining high standards of quality and service.
• Knowledge of allergen management and dietary requirements.
• Passion for delivering exceptional food and member experiences.

WHAT WE OFFER

·       Best-in-class salary

·       Family meal on shift

·       Industry-leading Learning & Development opportunities

·       Pension scheme – including employer contributions.

·       Annual staff award ceremony and party

·       More benefits to be set up as we open